Congressman Lawler Introduces Legislation to Award Congressional Gold Medal to NY-17 Constituent James Earl Jones
Today, on Star Wars Day (May the Fourth), Congressman Lawler introduced legislation to honor James Earl Jones with a Congressional Gold Medal. The James Earl Jones Congressional Gold Medal Act is co-sponsored by Representatives Ritchie Torres (D,NY-15) and Marc Molinaro (R,NY-19).James Earl Jones, known for his iconic roles such as Darth Vader in "Star Wars" and Mufasa in Disney's "The Lion King," is set to receive this prestigious award. In response to the honor, Jones expressed his gratitude, stating, "As a devoted fan of history, I’m deeply honored to receive an award...
Congressman Lawler Issues Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act
Congressman Lawler (NY-17) expressed his views on the passing of the Antisemitism Awareness Act in the House, emphasizing the importance of using the IHRA definition of antisemitism to combat hate crimes on college campuses. He stated, "By requiring the Department of Education to adopt the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism and its contemporary examples, the Antisemitism Awareness Act gives teeth to federal anti-discrimination laws to go after those who attack their Jewish peers."Congressman Lawler further highlighted the necessity of the bill, stating, "When people...
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Congressman Lawler Commends Speaker Johnson's Foreign Aid Package
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) commended Speaker Mike Johnson for putting forth a robust foreign aid package with support for Israel, Taiwan, and Ukraine. In a statement, Lawler expressed his support for the package, stating, “I commend Speaker Johnson for putting forth this robust foreign aid package which will help our allies in need.” He emphasized the importance of supporting countries facing threats from Iran, Russia, and China, saying, “Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan are facing existential threats... and they need our support now more than ever.”Lawler highlighted the...
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Representatives Lawler and Correa Introduce Bipartisan ADA 30 Days to Comply Act
Representative Lawler highlighted the importance of the ADA 30 Days to Comply Act, stating, "Nobody is helped by lengthy ADA lawsuits that get bogged down in the court system." He emphasized the bill's aim to expedite the resolution of ADA violations for the benefit of both businesses and individuals with disabilities.Representative Correa echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the need to support small businesses in achieving ADA compliance. He stated, "Small business owners don’t always know what local building codes are. If they aren’t meeting these requirements, they...
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Congressman Mike Lawler Signs Discharge Petition to Force Vote on Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan Aid and Border Security
Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York's 17th Congressional District, has taken a significant step in advocating for aid to democratic allies and strengthening border security. Lawler, an original cosponsor of the Defending Borders, Defending Democracies Act (H.R.7372), joined a bipartisan effort by signing a discharge petition initiated by Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick to prompt a floor vote on the bill."We are in the most precarious circumstances since the lead up to World War 2, which is why it is imperative that we get aid to our Democratic allies in Ukraine,...
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Congressman Mike Lawler Praises Passage of Bipartisan Appropriations Package
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) expressed his satisfaction after the bipartisan appropriations package, H.Res.1061, was approved by the House with a significant majority. The bill, which passed 339-85, saw overwhelming support from all but one member from New York.In his statement, Lawler highlighted the positive impact of the bipartisan appropriations package on New York's 17th District. He emphasized the allocation of nearly $36 million in Community Project Funding for 17 projects across the district as a major accomplishment. Lawler stated, "Since day one of my term,...
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Congressman Lawler Reacts to SCOTUS Decision on Ballot Access for Trump
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) responded to the Supreme Court's unanimous decision regarding former President Trump's ballot access in Colorado. In a statement, Lawler emphasized the importance of voter participation and the role of the people in determining election outcomes."Today’s unanimous 9-0 Supreme Court decision upholds the idea that in America, people should decide elections, not the courts," stated Congressman Lawler. He highlighted the fundamental principle of democratic processes, where the electorate's choices should shape the future leadership of the...
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Congressman Lawler Praises Inclusion of Extension of Undetectable Firearms Act in Appropriations Package
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) expressed his satisfaction with the inclusion of a 7-year extension of the Undetectable Firearms Act (UFA) in the government funding deal. Lawler's legislation, H.R.7040, extending the UFA, was incorporated into the appropriations package in response to his advocacy efforts.Lawler stated, "Two weeks ago, I sent the Speaker a letter urging him to include my legislation, H.R.7040, which extends the UFA, in any appropriations deal." He continued, "I was glad to see that Speaker Johnson and Republican leadership understood my concerns with the...
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Rep. Lawler's HUD Accountability Act Receives Unanimous Support from the House Financial Services Committee
Representative Mike Lawler's legislation, the HUD Accountability Act, has garnered unanimous support from the House Financial Services Committee. The bill, which mandates the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to testify annually before key committees, was passed with a resounding vote of 50 to 0.In a statement, Congressman Lawler emphasized the importance of addressing the housing crisis, stating, “With families in New York and across our nation feeling the squeeze from skyrocketing housing costs amid a crippling affordability crisis, we have got to take this...
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Reps. Lawler, Crockett, and Williams Lead Letter Addressing Delays in Global Entry Program Processing
Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), and Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-5) have taken the lead in addressing concerns over delays in processing times for the Global Entry Program. In a bipartisan effort with 14 other members, they sent a letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding the issues affecting applicants."Every day, more and more of our constituents are contacting our district offices for help regarding wait times and are seeking additional information regarding the status and processing of their Global Entry...
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Congressman Lawler Welcomes Sweden's Accession to NATO
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed his views on Sweden's accession to NATO. Lawler emphasized the importance of a strong NATO for the United States' national security interests and the peaceful future of Europe. He stated, “A strong NATO is essential to the United States’ national security interests and the peaceful future of Europe on the whole.”Highlighting Sweden's contributions, Lawler noted, “Sweden is at the forefront of a number of critical military technologies, and having them as a NATO member will...
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Assemblyman McGowan Advocates for Increased Funding for Local Roads
Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) has called for additional funding in the state budget to support New York’s local roads, bridges, and culverts. McGowan attended a press conference on Feb. 15, 2024, advocating for increased Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) funding.During the conference, McGowan emphasized the importance of local roads and highways, stating, "Local roads and highway infrastructure serve as the backbone of our communities, facilitating economic growth and connecting people to essential services." He highlighted the...
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Junior Ball - Town & Country, Congers, 6:30pm-10:30pmMar. 9, 2023 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM on march 09
Junior Ball - Town & Country, Congers, 6:30pm-10:30pmMar. 9, 2023 :30 PM - 6:30 PM on march 09