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Pearl River, N.Y. – 8/14/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement marking the 90th anniversary of Social Security and reaffirming his commitment to protecting the program for current recipients and future generations.

“Today is the 90th anniversary of Social Security, one of the most important commitments our government has ever made to the American people. For almost a century, it has helped tens of millions of Americans retire with security and dignity, and here in New York’s 17th District, countless residents rely on the benefits they’ve earned after a lifetime of hard work.

Last Congress, I was proud to cosponsor the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act, which repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) and ensures the program treats all retirees fairly, strengthening its long-term stability. This bill was signed into law in January 2025.

Protecting Social Security has always been one of my top priorities in Congress. I will never vote to cut benefits, and I do not support privatizing the program. Just last week, I was proud to see the reopening of the West Nyack Social Security office after renovations. We worked hand-in-hand with the Biden and Trump Administrations to ensure this office reopened as quickly as possible to serve the people of the Hudson Valley. We are now renewing our push for in-person hearings at this office after the closure of the White Plains Hearing Office. 

I’ll keep working to ensure Social Security remains strong, accessible, and reliable, keeping our promise to those who need it most,” said Congressman Lawler.

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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