Nita Lowey's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Nita Lowey. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Nita Lowey was a prominent American politician, serving as a U.S. Representative for New York from 1989 to 2021. A Democrat, she represented districts encompassing New York City's northern suburbs. She was also co-dean of the New York congressional delegation along with Eliot Engel. She served as representative for the 20th district from 1989-1993, 18th district from 1993-2013, and the 17th district beginning in 2013. Her career was marked by a commitment to her constituents and the Democratic Party's ideals, making her a significant figure in New York politics.
1988: Elected to the House of Representatives
In 1988, Nita Lowey was elected to the United States House of Representatives from New York's 20th congressional district, defeating Joe DioGuardi.
2018: First Woman to Chair House Appropriations Committee
In 2018, Nita Lowey became the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee.
2018: Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations
In the 2018 elections, the Democrats won a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives and Nita Lowey subsequently became the first Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations.
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