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t was a special night in Rockland County. Before the annual Superintendent’s Cup—Clarkstown North vs. South baseball game—2025 Clarkstown North graduate Giacomo “Gio” Leone was honored and threw out the ceremonial first pitch. I was honored to present him with a proclamation and challenge coin. After suffering a traumatic brain injury in August 2024, Gio has become an inspiration in Clarkstown. Both teams, respected rivals, wore orange armbands in recognition of Gio. #GioStrong

Jelien Ramos, Cancer Survivor Donates Toys for Children at Montefiore Nyack Hospital

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Hudson Valley Construction Career Day, hosted at Rockland Community College. Over 700 students from across the Hudson Valley came together to gain firsthand knowledge of the construction industry. Thank you to the Construction Industry Council of Westchester & Hudson Valley, Inc. (CIC) and the Building Contractors Association of Westchester & Mid-Hudson, Inc. (BCA) for hosting this important event. The trades and apprenticeship programs play a vital ro...

Congratulations to Ossining High School senior Robert Kang on his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point through the Congressional Service Academy nomination process. I had the privilege of calling Robert and his family to share the exciting news of his acceptance to the Class of 2030. His hard work, discipline, and commitment have truly paid off.

was proud to honor Officer Sorffly Davius on the House floor alongside Congressman Gregory Meeks and fellow New York representatives. A true American hero, he served with distinction in the NYPD’s 79th Precinct and as a Major in the United States Army National Guard. He passed away while deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Epic Fury. In Rockland County, he was a neighbor, a friend, and a devoted husband and father of six. We keep his family in our prayers and honor his legacy of service a...

I attended the FIRST Robotics Competition Hudson Valley Regional at Rockland Community College. We celebrated creativity, teamwork, and the kind of determination that drives the future of innovation. Programs like the FIRST Robotics Competition are so important because they give students the opportunity to get hands-on experience, think critically, and work together to solve real problems. That’s what builds confidence, fosters leadership, and prepares the next generation of STEM leaders.

On Monday, I visited with the members of the Nanuet II Senior Club in Clarkstown. With tax season here, we discussed how, for the first time ever under the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, seniors aged 65 and older will receive a $6,000 deduction ($12,000 for married couples) to help offset Social Security taxes. For years, families in high-tax states like New York have been hit by the federal SALT cap, which limited how much they could deduct in state and local taxes. That cap was set at $10,000,...

Rep. Lawler - Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act - March 16, 2026.

Rep. Lawler Tours Shames JCC on the Hudson

I was honored to join families, advocates, and providers at the Rally in the Valley hosted by Jawonio at Rockland Community College to stand up for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I will never support taking Medicaid away from the people who rely on it. Just like Social Security and Medicare, these vital programs must always be protected. Direct Support Professionals do incredible work helping individuals live independently and be part of our communities. But across...

It was a beautiful day for the annual Peekskill St. Patrick’s Day Parade. St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate Irish heritage, culture, and the strong sense of community that brings people together each year. Congratulations to this year’s Grand Marshal, legendary Peekskill City School District basketball coach and athletic director Lou Panzanaro Jr., who will lead the parade accompanied by official aides John Berlow, Fiona Brennan, Dana Dapson, and Father Esteban Sanchez.

Families across the Hudson Valley are opening their utility bills and asking the same question — why are energy prices going through the roof? A 2026 NYSERDA memo indicates that New York's climate law mandates could increase average household energy costs by $4,000 annually. Yesterday, I welcomed U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the site of the former Indian Point Energy Center, where we called for the plant to be rebuilt and reopened as part of an effort to lower energy costs...

It was great to attend the Rockland County YMCA Youth & Government Program’s Annual Tri-County Conference. The conference brought together student delegates from Rockland, Orange, and Westchester counties for a day of hands-on civic learning, legislative debate, and leadership development. It’s inspiring to see so many young people interested in civic engagement and public service. Programs like this help shape the next generation of leaders, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to support and e...

Buchanan, N.Y. – 3/6/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) welcomed Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the site of the former Indian Point Energy Center, where Lawler called for the plant to be rebuilt and reopened as part of an effort to lower energy costs and strengthen the reliability of New York’s electric grid. Standing at the former power plant site that once supplied roughly a quarter of the region’s electricity, the closure of Indian Point and the blocking of critical en...