Biography
Nick Langworthy, born on February 27, 1981, in Jamestown, New York, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 23rd Congressional District since January 3, 2023. The district encompasses Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties, as well as parts of Erie and Niagara Counties. Prior to his congressional tenure, Langworthy was the Chairman of the New York State Republican Committee from 2019 to 2023, becoming the youngest person to hold that position. He also served as the Chairman of the Erie County Republican Committee from 2010 to 2019. Langworthy's political career is marked by his commitment to conservative principles and his efforts to strengthen the Republican Party in New York.
Education and Political Experience
Education: Langworthy graduated from Pine Valley Central School in 1999 and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Niagara University, where he established the university's branch of the College Republicans.
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Early Political Career:
- Interned at Governor George Pataki's office and managed a congressional campaign in 2000.
- Served as a staffer for Congressman Thomas M. Reynolds, managing his successful reelection campaigns in 2004 and 2006.
- Managed the 2008 campaign of Representative Chris Lee and served as Lee's district office director until May 2010.
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Erie County Republican Committee:
- Elected Chairman in 2010, becoming the youngest chair of either political party in Erie County's history.
- Endorsed Carl Paladino in the 2010 Republican gubernatorial primary, contributing to Paladino's primary victory.
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New York State Republican Committee:
- Elected Chairman in July 2019, focusing on revitalizing the party and aiming to reclaim the governor's office.
Political Experience
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U.S. House of Representatives:
- Elected to represent New York's 23rd Congressional District in 2022.
- Appointed to the House Agriculture Committee in January 2023, emphasizing support for family farms and agritourism in Western New York and the Southern Tier.
- Appointed to the House Oversight Committee in January 2023, focusing on government accountability and transparency.
- Appointed to the House Energy and Commerce Committee in December 2024, aiming to advocate for energy independence and exploration, particularly highlighting the potential of the Marcellus Shale in the Southern Tier.
Langworthy's legislative priorities include promoting economic opportunities, supporting energy independence, and ensuring government accountability. His background in party leadership and campaign management has equipped him with a strategic approach to governance and policy-making.
