Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement as Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping met in Moscow. "I am deeply concerned about Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow today," said Congressman Lawler. "The fact that Xi would give Vladimir Putin the international diplomatic recognition he so desperately craves indicates how bad of an actor China is on the global stage." "Xi and Putin are a perni... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced today that his office is now accepting submissions for the 41st Annual Congressional Art Competition. “I’m thrilled to be hosting this competition and helping to highlight some of the artistic talent that exists across our community!” Rep. Lawler stated. “My district staff and I look forward to reviewing each of the entries and recognizing the winners both... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the announcement of the new, bipartisan Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus, aimed at confronting the MTA and Governor Hochul's cash grab. “I’m proud to join Congressman Gottheimer and Congresswoman Malliotakis to form the Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus,” said Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17), Co-Chair of the Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus. “Governor H... Read More »
Let me be unequivocally clear — I do not support cuts or negative changes to Social Security or Medicare. The U.S. government made a promise to Americans and we must keep it. I saw first hand, after contributing the maximum to social security for years, how my father benefited from Social Security Disability while he battled Multiple Sclerosis and Melanoma, before ultimately succumbing to cancer ... Read More »
Local officials gathered with the congressman to raise concerns about the governor's Housing Compact Key Points Congressman Mike Lawler assembled state and local officials at North Castle Town Hall on Tuesday For more than an hour, he listened to their concerns about Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed Housing Compact The governor wants 800,000 units of housing built in the next decade Officials railed a... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) held a press conference today with a bipartisan group of elected officials from Rockland, Westchester, and Putnam County, including state and local representatives, to raise concerns with Governor Hochul's proposed housing plan in the state budget. "The Governor's plan, a multi-pronged plan, on accessory dwelling units, transit-oriented development, and her Housing ... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) and County Executive Ed Day held a press conference today to address the need for additional funding from the federal government to help schools, municipalities, and non-profits deal with the influx of migrants. "We're here today to address concerns about a rise in costs for schools, municipalities, non-profits, and county governments dealing with the influx of migr... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after news broke of a formal House Ethics Committee Investigation into Congressman Santos. “As I've said before, George Santos' conduct is embarrassing and unbecoming. If he had any dignity, he would resign,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “This ethics investigation is long overdue and I look forward to a swift and thorough review.” Read More »
New bipartisan legislation would create an ambassador-rank special envoy to strengthen and expand the Abraham Accords Reps. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) and Mike Lawler (R-NY) are pushing for the creation of a dedicated ambassador post at the State Department focused on advancing the Abraham Accords. The two House lawmakers are set to introduce a bill today that would create an ambassador-rank special en... Read More »
Today, Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced his appointment by Speaker Kevin McCarthy to serve as Commissioner to the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, also known as the U.S. Helsinki Commission. Lawler is the only freshman on the prestigious commission. The Helsinki Commission is an independent commission of the U.S. Federal Government established in 1976 by Congress and the world's... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) today announced he is partnering with Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) to introduce bipartisan legislation establishing a new special envoy position within the U.S. Department of State dedicated to advancing the Abraham Accords. “The diplomatic impact of the Abraham Accords has been incredible to watch, as relations between Israel and Arab nations in the Middle Ea... Read More »
President Joe Biden’s secret trip to Ukraine on Feb. 20 left an important message for Russia and its ally China because if Russian President Vladimir Putin isn’t stopped at Ukraine, he’ll very likely do the same with other former Soviet satellite states, according to Rep. Michael Lawler (R-N.Y.). “I think it is critically important that Vladimir Putin not be successful in this mission. If he is al... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, along with Representatives Bill Keating (D-MA) and Deborah K. Ross (D-NC), who are Co-Chairs of the Congressional Moldova Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing their demonstrated commitment to advancing democracy, strengthening civil society, and European integration in the face of Russia’s illegal and full-... Read More »
Congressman Lawler released the following statement after news of a potential "National Day of Hate" made headlines across the country. "I am deeply disturbed by reports of a 'National Day of Hate' by extremist groups targeting our Jewish communities here in the Hudson Valley. Hate of any kind has no place in the Hudson Valley or in our country," said Congressman Lawler. "I’m proud to represent on... Read More »
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after news broke that New York City saw its highest level of felony crime since 2006, with over 170,000 felonies having been recorded in 2022. “I have been saying for years that cashless bail is an unmitigated disaster and time and again the numbers have proven me right,” said Rep. Lawler. “Just today, we learned that felony crimes i... Read More »
