Press Releases

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… 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… 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… 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,… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… Read more »