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Congressman Lawler resolves over 5000 constituent cases in NY-17

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler announced that his office has successfully resolved over 5,000 constituent cases.

By Rockland Reporter | Dec 16, 2024

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Lawler accuses Hochul of misleading public on sales tax surplus

Congressman Mike Lawler has issued a statement criticizing Governor Kathy Hochul, accusing her of dishonesty regarding the funding of her "inflation refund" check program.

By Rockland Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

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Congressman criticizes Secretary Blinken over Biden Administration's foreign policy

By Rockland Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

At a recent House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, Congressman Mike Lawler criticized Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his involvement in what he described as the Biden Administration's failed foreign policy.

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Lawmakers urge review before funding New York's CDPAP changes

By Rockland Reporter | Dec 10, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler has called on House leadership to take action regarding changes to the New York Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP).

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Congressman Lawler calls for removal of District Attorney Alvin Bragg

By Rockland Reporter | Dec 9, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler expressed his opinion that District Attorney Alvin Bragg should be removed from office.

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Lawler comments on ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 26, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler expressed his views following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.

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Lawmakers propose November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 26, 2024

Last week, Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) collaborated with Representatives Brendan F. Boyle (D-PA-02) and Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) to introduce a bipartisan resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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New York Republicans criticize Governor Hochul's congestion pricing plan

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

Today, a group of New York Congressional Republicans, led by Congressman Mike Lawler, criticized Governor Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan during a press conference on Capitol Hill.

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Bipartisan bill proposes reducing federal student loan interest rates

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler from New York's 17th Congressional District introduced the Affordable Loans for Students Act.

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Lawler criticizes Schumer over delay in advancing Antisemitism Awareness Act

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 15, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler has issued a statement following Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to advance the Antisemitism Awareness Act as an amendment to the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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Lawler seeks Trump's help against Hochul's congestion pricing proposal

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 13, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler and several Republican colleagues have reached out to former President Donald Trump, seeking his assistance in opposing Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed congestion pricing plan.

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Congressman Lawler criticizes Governor Hochul over congestion pricing plan

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 13, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler has criticized Governor Kathy Hochul's decision to resume congestion pricing in New York City.

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Lawler urges action following report on campus antisemitism

By Rockland Reporter | Nov 1, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler of New York's 17th Congressional District responded to a recent report by the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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Bipartisan group urges UN not to downgrade Israel's status

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 25, 2024

Congressmen Mike Lawler and Jared Moskowitz have spearheaded a bipartisan letter, signed by over 100 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, opposing efforts by the Palestinian Authority to downgrade Israel's status at the United Nations.

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Lawler introduces bipartisan housing plan with local officials in Hudson Valley

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

Today, Congressman Mike Lawler introduced a comprehensive housing plan named the Revitalizing America's Housing Act. The announcement was made alongside local elected officials and realtors from the Hudson Valley. The plan aims to address various housing challenges affecting residents in the Hudson Valley and across the United States.

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Lawler introduces bill targeting nations detaining Americans

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler has introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at addressing the issue of foreign governments wrongfully detaining American citizens. The proposed bill, named the State Sponsor of Wrongful or Unlawful Detention Act, seeks to hold accountable those nations that engage in such activities by designating them as state sponsors of wrongful or unlawful detention.

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Congressman Lawler comments on death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 17, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler has released a statement following the confirmation of the death of Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas. Sinwar was reportedly killed by Israeli forces. He was identified as the mastermind behind the October 7th attack against Israel.

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Rep. Lawler secures over $32M federal funds for NY's 17th District projects

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 16, 2024

Congressman Mike Lawler announced significant federal funding for infrastructure and public safety projects in New York's 17th Congressional District. Joined by Rockland County Sheriff Lou Falco, Lawler highlighted over $32.9 million secured for fiscal year 2025, adding to the $38 million allocated in 2024. These efforts bring total funding to more than $70 million during his first term.

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New York task force addresses human trafficking challenges in Hudson Valley

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 15, 2024

Co-Chairs Assemblyman Brian Maher and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh, along with Hudson Valley regional host Assemblyman John McGowan, convened a meeting to address human trafficking in the Hudson Valley.

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New bill aims to improve insurance coverage for dyspraxia treatment

By Rockland Reporter | Oct 11, 2024

Representatives Mike Lawler of New York and Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey have introduced new legislation aimed at ensuring healthcare coverage for individuals with dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). This initiative coincides with National Dyspraxia/DCD Awareness Week.