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After four years of delays, Hudson Valley police departments are finally receiving $10 million in drug forfeiture funds owed to them by the federal government. Congressman Lawler joined Senator Chuck Schumer, Rockland County Sheriff Lou Falco, and Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville for a press conference earlier this year in calling on the Department of Justice to release needed funds… Read more »

Earlier today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced legislation renaming the Haverstraw Post Office after former Rockland County Clerk Paul Piperato. Congressman Lawler was joined by Rockland County Executive Ed Day, Rockland County Clerk Donna Silberman, Rockland County Sheriff Lou Falco, Haverstraw Town Supervisor Howie Phillips, other countywide and local elected officials, and… Read more »

Yesterday, Representatives Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Brian Higgins (NY-26) led a bipartisan letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Energy and Commerce Committee Chairwoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers, and Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone urging a legislative fix to prevent cuts to safety net hospitals. Section 203 of Title II of the… Read more »

Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after helping pass a bipartisan continuing resolution to avert a potential government shutdown. “I was glad to see strong bipartisan support of the continuing resolution to prevent a government shutdown,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “With Congress now finally committed to regular order and a full-fledged Appropriations process,… Read more »

Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after the reported decision by the Biden administration to relist the Iran-backed Houthis as a specially designated global terrorist (SDGT). “I’m glad to see that President Biden has finally placed the Houthis back on the terror list after removing them at the beginning of his term,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “With the… Read more »

Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after Governor Hochul’s budget showed she removed the Save Harmless clause while increasing aid for illegal immigrants in New York. “Governor Hochul’s priorities are completely and totally upside down,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “Instead of proposing legislation to remove New York City’s sanctuary city status, Governor Hochul… Read more »

I am writing to express my gratitude to Congressman Mike Lawler for his commitment to fiscal responsibility and his work to reduce our national debt. His support for the Fiscal Responsibility Act and the recent appropriations agreement between Senate Majority Leader Schumer and House Speaker Mike Johnson is commendable and shows his dedication to the financial future of our country. The… Read more »

Haiti continues to devolve further into lawlessness. Over 75 percent of the capital, Port-au-Prince, is controlled by gangs. Haitians continue to see their living situation and access to food, water, and health services deteriorate. The desperation is now leading to a significant increase in movement of people into the interior of Haiti, overwhelming the already minimal support… Read more »

Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement responding to New York City’s move to displace local students to remote learning to make way for thousands of migrants to occupy a New York City public high school. “The abject failures of the Biden and Adams administrations were on full display at James Madison High School yesterday,” said Congressman Lawler. “Thousands of… Read more »

As a resident of the Hudson Valley, I am proud to be represented by Congressman Mike Lawler, a true embodiment of bipartisan, common-sense leadership. In a political climate often marred by division, Congressman Lawler stands out as a beacon of cooperation and practicality, tirelessly working for the best interests of our district. What impresses me most about Congressman Lawler is his… Read more »