Speaker Heastie Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Representative Eliot Engel

I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of former U.S. Representative Eliot Engel. Eliot was a statesman, a dedicated public servant and a voice for his constituents in Westchester County and the Bronx – including me. Eliot and I had the honor of together representing the Bronx in our respective roles, but our connection goes back even further. When Eliot was a member of the Assembly, he gave me my first award in school.

From his time here in the People’s House to his decades in Congress where he served on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Eliot fought to make our state, our country and our world a better place for future generations. I know he will be missed. I offer my deepest condolences and prayers to his family and loved ones during this time.