Press Releases

Haverstraw, NY, 4/14/2023… Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after first responders were able to contain a significant brush fire that threatened the lives and homes of thousands of residents in NY-17. "Throughout the day, I have been in contact with the Governor's Office, Rockland County Executive Ed Day,… Read more »

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement in response to the news that Holtec International is halting plans to expedite the dumping of radioactive wastewater from its storage tanks at the Indian Point nuclear power plant into the Hudson River. "Over the past few months, I have had numerous conversations with Holtec International executives and representatives… Read more »

We are now 100 days into the 118th Congress and I'm proud of the work we have already accomplished in such a short period of time. My district team has already resolved 500 cases brought to us by constituents. This includes resolving passport issues, helping taxpayers receive long-overdue refunds, getting visa applications processed, and so many other issues that often… Read more »

House Foreign Affairs Committee and Helsinki Commission member Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the arrest of U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich by Russia. “Russia’s arrest of an American journalist on trumped up charges is an affront to democracy and an affront to our nation,” said Rep. Lawler. “As the sole freshman appointed to serve on the Helsinki… Read more »

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement following the release of the indictment of former President Donald Trump and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s press conference. “Since taking office, Alvin Bragg has refused to prosecute violent criminals, failed to protect victims, and made New York less safe," said Rep. Lawler. "By making the decision to charge… Read more »

House Foreign Affairs Committee member and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after news broke this morning confirming that the Chinese spy balloon did in fact gather intelligence from sensitive U.S. military locations. “The fact that China was able to penetrate our airspace and traverse the entire continental United States unimpeded was unconscionable and… Read more »

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement following a grand jury indictment of former President Donald J. Trump. “In order for our justice system to work, there must be confidence in the process and a belief that all citizens, regardless of their title or standing in society, will be treated without fear or favor," said Representative… Read more »

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement following a wave of "swatting" against school districts in the 17th Congressional District. "I am appalled to learn of a number of 'swatting' incidents that occurred in New York's 17th Congressional District," said Congressman Lawler. "This behavior is unacceptable and should be prosecuted to the further… Read more »

Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after introducing the September 11th Day of Remembrance Act, which would enshrine September 11th as a federal holiday, ensuring that we never forget the impact and consequences of that fateful day. Congressman Lawler is joined by 3 original co-sponsors on the bill, Rep. Pat Ryan (D, NY-18), Rep. Anthony… Read more »

House Financial Services Committee Member and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the Federal Reserve raised rates for the ninth-straight time. "First, President Biden's wasteful spending and reckless economic policies saddled Americans with record inflation that drove up the cost of everything, and now it's resulted in a growing banking… Read more »