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Pearl River, N.Y. - 4/25/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced a significant milestone for his district offices’ casework team, which has now closed over 6,000 constituent cases and returned more than $27.2 million to residents of New York’s Hudson Valley since he took office in January 2023.

Year-to-date in 2025 alone, Lawler’s office has closed 1,082 cases and brought back $2.65 million for constituents. Since the start of his first term in January 2023, the office has now closed 6,000 cases and returned a total of $27,208,510.15 to the district.

“Helping constituents navigate federal agencies is one of the most important parts of our job, and I couldn’t be prouder of the work my team has done,” said Congressman Lawler (NY-17). “Whether it’s veterans’ benefits, Social Security checks, passports, tax returns, or FEMA assistance, we’ve worked every day to cut through the noise and get real results for folks in the district.”

“I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to you and your team for the invaluable assistance I received in resolving my IRS issue. Navigating tax-related challenges can be incredibly stressful, and I genuinely appreciate the time and effort that your office dedicated to helping me,” wrote constituent Michael from Dutchess County in a March 2025 email to members of Lawler’s staff. “Their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication made a significant difference in resolving the matter efficiently. They were knowledgeable and incredibly supportive throughout the process, ensuring that I received the guidance I needed.”

“This is what public service is all about, being there for people when they need help the most,” Congressman Lawler concluded. “Whether it’s a delayed tax refund, a missing VA benefit, or a stalled immigration case, we fight to make sure our constituents aren’t left behind.”

Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of 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. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs.

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