Stephen E. Higgins (born 1938) is an American law enforcement official who served as the third Director of the

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from 1983 to 1993, subsequently known as the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). He is primarily known for his involvement in the

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Life and career

Higgins joined the IRS Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division (ATTD), predecessor of ATF, in 1961 in

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. After serving as acting director, Higgins was appointed by Treasury Secretary Donald T. Regan in 1983.UPI (March 30, 1983)
Bureau Director Is Named.
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'' Higgins retired following a report faulting ATF for their handling of the

.Associated Press (September 28, 1993). Citing Waco Report, Agency Chief to Resign. ''

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Stephen Higgins--A Debt of Gratitude -- Hon. Jim Lightfoot (Extension of Remarks - October 05, 1993)
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