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Today, Congressman Mike Lawler released a statement following the bipartisan passage of the National Defense Authorization Act.

The FY2025 NDAA includes a significant pay raise for our troops and billions in funding for new military construction such as housing, childcare centers, and schools. The bill also supports our allies Israel, Taiwan, and Ukraine, and confronts our most dangerous adversaries around the globe.

“The bipartisan NDAA includes many wins for our country, and especially for our hard-working and courageous servicemembers,” said Congressman Lawler. “The significant pay raise for our armed forces is critical, and the additional quality of life improvements  will ensure our servicemembers and their families receive the benefits they deserve.”

“I was also pleased to see continued investments in helping our allies and partners,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “We must confront Iran, China, and Russia to maintain global peace and protect American interests around the world, and the NDAA does just that.”

Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of the 118th Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.