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Chairman Lawler Urges Trump Administration to Redline Iranian Nuclear Enrichment

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Washington, D.C. - 4/16/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, sent a letter to U.S. Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, urging him to reject any nuclear agreement with Iran that allows the regime to retain enrichment capabilities or reverts to the failed policies of the past. The…

Lohud: Op-Ed – Rep. Mike Lawler is delivering for the Hudson Valley despite Washington gridlock | Opinion

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Regarding "Mike Lawler said he 'secured' $33M for Hudson Valley community projects. What happened?," lohud.com, April 1: As someone born and raised in Rockland County — and after spending nearly 20 years working in Washington, D.C. — I’ve seen plenty of politicians talk a good game. But Rep. Mike Lawler is different. He doesn’t just talk — he delivers. I’m a lifelong Democrat. I didn’t…

Congressman Lawler Reflects on the First 100 Days of the 119th Congress

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Pearl River, N.Y. - 4/15/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement to reflect on his first 100 days in office during the 119th Congress, highlighting key legislative successes, community engagement, and ongoing work to deliver results for the people of the Hudson Valley. In his first 100 days, Congressman Lawler introduced 21 pieces of legislation and…

Lawler Calls For Action to Protect LIHEAP Amid Staff Layoffs Threatening New York Families

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Washington, D.C. - 4/15/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) sent a letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressing concern about the reported layoffs of staff responsible for administering the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which is a service that plays a vital role in assisting Hudson Valley families with their energy costs,…

Capitol Q&A: Lawler on Addressing Antisemitism in Higher Ed

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Republican Rep. Mike Lawler of New York may be a relative newbie in the halls of Congress but he’s making waves early in his tenure. Since being elected in 2022, Lawler has sponsored 95 bills and co-sponsored 1,489. In the last session, he introduced 58 bills and two were signed into law, earning him the title of the most effective freshman lawmaker by the…

Medill News Services: House Foreign Affairs Committee votes to impose secondary sanctions Iran oil purchasers

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The House Foreign Affairs Committee on Wednesday approved a bill that would impose additional sanctions on any individuals or companies participating in the illegal sale of Iranian oil. Revenue from these sales fuel Tehran’s nuclear program and fund the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen attacking shipping lanes in the Red Sea. The bipartisan Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act passed on a…

Lawler’s Remote Access Security Act Passes House Foreign Affairs Committee Unanimously

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Washington, D.C. - 4/9/2025… This week, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) and a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers reintroduced the Remote Access Security Act. This legislation closes a loophole in U.S. export control law that has allowed CCP-aligned companies to access restricted American technology through cloud services. The bill received unanimous bipartisan support in the House Foreign…

Chairman Lawler Celebrates Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act Passing House Foreign Affairs Committee

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Washington, D.C. - 4/9/2025… Today, Chairman Mike Lawler (NY-17) of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee released the following statement in response to the Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act passing the House Foreign Affairs Committee by voice vote.  The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act expands secondary sanctions on foreign entities that facilitate Iran’s illegal oil trade, making it…

Lawler Reintroduces Bill to Keep Those Who Rape and Murder Children in Jail Without the Possibility of Release

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Washington, D.C. - 4/8/2025… Today, during Child Abuse Prevention Month, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) reintroduced the Paula Bohovesky and Joan D’Alessandro Act, a critical public safety bill in honor of the lives of Paula Bohovesky, a Rockland County native, and Joan D’Alessandro, who lived in Bergen County, New Jersey. In 1973, Joan D’Alessandro was seven years old and had just left…

Congressman Lawler Champions Access to Youth Sports Ahead of Little League Season

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Pearl River, N.Y. - 4/3/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) introduced the Home Run for Kids Act, legislation aimed at supporting families with the cost of organized youth sports. With Little League Opening Day this weekend, it is paramount to ensure every child, no matter their parents’ income, has the option to participate.  The Home Run for Kids Act offers a tax credit of…