US Representative Michael Lawler (R-NY-17)
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Recent News About US Representative Michael Lawler (R-NY-17)
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Lawmakers introduce bill to protect railroad yardmasters
Congressman Mike Lawler from New York and Congressman Salud Carbajal from California have introduced new legislation aimed at enhancing protections for rail yardmasters. The proposed Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act seeks to extend federal hours of service requirements to include yardmasters, aligning them with other safety-sensitive rail workers such as locomotive engineers and conductors.
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Lawler criticizes Supreme Court for Texas abortion ruling
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler expressed strong disapproval of the Supreme Court's decision to uphold a ruling that prevents emergency abortions. In his statement, he emphasized the importance of allowing safe and legal abortions when an expectant mother's life or health is at risk.
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Bipartisan bill enhances Secret Service protection for Harris and Trump
This week, the Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024 was signed into law by President Biden. The legislation, introduced by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) alongside Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15), aims to provide enhanced United States Secret Service protection for former President Trump and Vice President Harris. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and the House.
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New York representatives urge action on correction officer conditions
Last week, Congressman Mike Lawler joined a group of New York Representatives in a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul led by Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22), highlighting concerns about workplace violence and excessive demands faced by New York’s Correction Officers.
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Bipartisan resolution introduced recognizing international day against food loss
Representatives Mike Lawler, Chellie Pingree, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Brian Fitzpatrick have introduced a resolution to recognize September 29th as the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). This day is observed annually to highlight the global challenge of food loss and waste. The resolution has received support from the Zero Food Waste Coalition.
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Congressman Lawler reacts to missile attack on Israel
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler released a statement in response to Iran's missile attack on Israel.
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Congressman Lawler addresses ICE data on immigrant convicts roaming U.S. streets
Congressman Lawler has issued a statement following the release of a new report from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The report reveals that tens of thousands of illegal immigrants with convictions for sexual assault and homicide are currently at large in the United States. ICE's report highlights sanctuary city policies, stating they "shield dangerous criminals, who often victimize those same communities." According to the data, out of seven million illegal immigrants not in detention as of July 2024, 425,431 were convicted criminals and 222,141 had pending...
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Bipartisan group secures continued reimbursement for food stamp theft victims
Victims of food stamp theft will continue to receive reimbursements, thanks to a provision in a stop-gap funding bill secured by a bipartisan group of lawmakers. The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025 (H.R. 9747) passed the U.S. House of Representatives today with a vote of 341-82, ensuring government funding and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits through December 20, 2024. The bill is expected to be taken up in the U.S. Senate shortly.
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Lawler introduces bipartisan bill against discrimination towards living kidney donors
Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) has introduced the Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act. This legislation aims to prevent life insurance companies from discriminating against individuals based solely on their status as living kidney donors. The bill is co-sponsored by Representatives Don Davis (D-NC-01) and Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ-02), and it has received endorsement from the National Kidney Registry (NKR).
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Senate passes bill enhancing Secret Service protection for Harris and Trump
The Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024, a bill introduced by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) with Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15), has passed the Senate unanimously. The legislation aims to provide enhanced United States Secret Service protection for former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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House passes bill enhancing Secret Service protection for Harris and Trump
The Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024, introduced by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) alongside Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15), passed the House with a unanimous vote of 405-0. The bill aims to provide enhanced United States Secret Service protection for former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Lawmakers urge State Department action on enforcing sanctions against Iranian oil exports
Today, Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) joined Representatives Adam Schiff (D-CA-30), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05), Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23), Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24), and Young Kim (R-CA-40) in sending a letter calling on the State Department to use all available tools at its disposal to enforce sanctions against Iran, particularly as it pertains to Iranian exports of oil to China.
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Lawmakers urge Biden for swift action on MAHSA Act implementation
Today, Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) joined Senator Marco Rubio, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Jim Risch, and Representative Jim Banks in sending a letter to President Biden regarding the implementation of the recently-passed Mahsa Amini Human Rights and Security Accountability (MAHSA) Act and the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Act. Both acts were included in the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations bill on April 24, 2024 (P.L. 118-50). Representative Lawler introduced the SHIP Act and cosponsored the MAHSA Act, both of which passed the House...
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Congressman Lawler responds to Trump's call for lifting SALT cap
Today, Congressman Lawler released a statement following former President Trump's announcement that he would seek to address the SALT Cap, which has impacted New Yorkers since its imposition in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
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Representatives hold bipartisan roundtable on antisemitism at Columbia University
Today, Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5), and Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15) joined Jewish students from Columbia University and Jewish organizations from across New York to host a roundtable on the rise of antisemitism on campuses and in communities across America. Participating organizations included the UJA Federation New York (UJA), the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York (JCRC NY), the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), and the American Jewish Committee New York (AJC New York).
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Lawmakers launch bipartisan 'Unity Commitment' ahead of presidential election
On September 13, 2024, U.S. Representatives Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Don Bacon (NE-2) launched a bipartisan "Unity Commitment" which commits Members to respecting the results of the 2024 presidential election, attending the inauguration, and serving as a voice for calm, regardless of who wins.
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Lawmakers introduce bipartisan resolution supporting National Suicide Prevention Month
Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) joined Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13) and 46 of their colleagues to introduce H.Res. 1436, “Supporting September as ‘National Suicide Prevention Month.’” This bipartisan resolution, supported by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, aims to officially designate September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" and September 10, 2024, as "World Suicide Prevention Day." The initiative seeks to raise awareness about mental health issues and prevent further loss of life due to suicide.
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Representative Lawler addresses unfounded claims about Haitian immigrants
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler's office released a statement addressing claims circulating about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio.
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Representatives introduce bill offering $30K refundable tax credit for IVF
On September 9, 2024, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) joined Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) and Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer in introducing legislation to promote access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) through a fully refundable tax credit up to $30,000. The bill aims to provide financial relief for individuals and couples pursuing IVF.
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Congressman Mike Lawler reacts to passing of constituent James Earl Jones
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released a statement today following the untimely passing of his constituent, James Earl Jones. Congressman Lawler had previously introduced legislation on Star Wars Day (May 4th, 2024) recognizing James Earl Jones' significant contributions and seeking to award him a Congressional Gold Medal.