Representative Michael P. Forbes

Michael P. Forbes served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1995 to 2001. A member of the Democratic Party, Michael P. Forbes contributed to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.

Michael P. Forbes’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Michael P. Forbes participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Michael Patrick Forbes (born July 16, 1952) is an American former politician from the state of New York. Forbes represented a Long Island district in the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 2001, first as a Republican (until 1999) and then as a Democrat. He was an influential member of the House Appropriations Committee throughout his tenure on Capitol Hill. Forbes left Congress after being defeated in the 2000 Democratic primary election. Since leaving politics, Forbes has devoted his life to service in the Roman Catholic Church. He was ordained in 2013 as a permanent deacon by Most Reverend Joe S. Vasquez, Bishop of Austin. Forbes was invited to become a fellow in the Inspired Leadership Initiative at the University of Notre Dame for the 2023-2024 academic year. He and his wife, Barbara, reside in Granger, Indiana.