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Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the passage of the Limit, Save, and Grow Act of 2023. For video of the Congressman's remarks during floor debate for the bill, click here.

"Throughout this debate, I have had three basic parameters: the President and the Majority Leader must negotiate with the Speaker; we must cut spending; and we must not default," said Congressman Mike Lawler. "It is now incumbent on President Biden and Majority Leader Schumer to enter into good faith negotiations with the Speaker on the debt ceiling."

"This bill, the Limit, Save, and Grow Act of 2023, is a beginning and puts the President and Senate Majority Leader on notice - the days of one-party rule are over," continued Congressman Mike Lawler. "The American people elected a House Republican majority to serve as a check and balance on the reckless, out-of-control spending that was the hallmark of the last two years."

"This bill would save Americans $4.8 trillion over the next decade, and it starts by restoring FY22 spending, something every Democrat previously voted for and supported," concluded Congressman Lawler. "Simply put, we cannot continue to borrow and print new money at the levels the Biden administration has. Republicans and Democrats must come together to rein in spending, protect vital programs like Social Security and Medicare, reduce inflation, and avoid default."

New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester County.