Congressman Mike Lawler discusses SALT relief, border security & H.R. 1 passage

Congressman Mike Lawler discusses SALT relief, border security & H.R. 1 passage
U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler representing New York's 17th Congressional District — Official U.S. House headshot
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Congressman Mike Lawler has recently shared a series of tweets detailing legislative efforts and developments from his perspective. The posts, made on July 3, 2025, highlight key policy initiatives and decisions aimed at benefiting middle-class families, enhancing border security, and influencing energy policy.

In a tweet posted on July 3, 2025, Congressman Lawler emphasized the delivery of “long-overdue SALT relief by quadrupling the deduction so middle-class families in the Hudson Valley get more of their hard-earned dollars back.” He noted that there would be “no tax on tips and no tax on overtime,” which he described as providing “real relief for middle and working class folks.” Additionally, he mentioned benefits for small businesses. Read more

Another post from the same day focused on border security measures. Congressman Lawler stated that they are “securing our border – hiring tens of thousands of new Border Patrol and ICE agents and finishing construction of the border wall.” He also highlighted efforts to put America “back in control of its energy future,” mentioning actions such as cutting costs, creating jobs, and powering the economy. Read more

Later that evening, Congressman Lawler tweeted about recent legislative activities in Washington D.C., noting that he had just left the House floor. He reported that “the House passed H.R. 1,” expressing his support with a vote to prevent what he termed as “the biggest tax hike in history” while aiming to deliver significant victories for his district. Read more

These tweets reflect ongoing discussions around fiscal policies affecting various sectors including taxation and energy management.



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