Lawler, Gottheimer Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Expand Housing Mobility

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand housing mobility through tax-deferral benefits.

“Across the Hudson Valley and throughout the country, many long-term homeowners remain in homes that no longer fit their needs because moving can trigger a substantial tax liability. At the same time, families looking to buy a home are facing an extremely tight housing market.”

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ICYMI: Lawler, Gottheimer Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Expand Organ Donor Registration

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand organ donor registration through federal and state applications.

“Lauren Shields dedicated her life to giving others hope, and her legacy will continue to save lives for generations to come. I was proud to call Lauren a friend, and I know firsthand the impact she had on our community and her advocacy of organ donation.”

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ICYMI: Lawler, FHWA Administrator McMaster Highlight Safety Improvements Near Putnam Hospital

Announced $5 million federal investment for roadway safety improvements near Putnam Hospital.

“Getting this project to the construction phase has taken years of work from our local, state, and federal partners. I’ve worked to help advance this project and secure the federal investment needed to get it done.”

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Lawler to Introduce Bill Cracking Down on Candidate Coordination With Super PACs

Introduced bill to prohibit joint fundraising committees from purchasing political advertising.

“Coordination of this kind between political campaigns and super PACs allows candidates to skirt campaign finance laws and funnel unlimited money into their campaigns. Americans deserve transparency and accountability in our elections.”

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Lawler Leads Bill To Improve Airbag Safety For Car Buyers In Honor Of Local Crash Victim

Introduced bill requiring disclosure of missing or disabled airbags in used vehicle sales.

“Every driver and passenger deserves to know that the vehicle they are getting into is safe, and this bill will help protect consumers by making sure they have the information they need to make informed decisions.”

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Chairman Lawler Remembers October 7 Attacks, Reaffirms Commitment to Jewish Security and Israel

Issued statement marking October 7th anniversary and reaffirming commitment to Jewish security.

“Three years ago today, the world witnessed the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Hamas terrorists murdered more than 1,000 people, committed horrific acts of sexual violence, and took hundreds hostage, including American citizens.”

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Lawler Releases Statement on Restoration of 988 Press 3 Option for LGBTQ+ Youth

Secured $33.1 million federal funding to restore 988 Lifeline Press 3 option for LGBTQ+ youth.

“At the heels of National Suicide Prevention Month, I am grateful for the official restoration of the Press 3 option on the 988 Lifeline. Young people in crisis deserve access to counselors trained to meet their specific needs.”

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Lawler Urges Administration to Strengthen Head Start in New Rule

Submitted comment opposing proposed rule weakening Head Start program requirements.

“[T]he Proposed Rule, as currently written, would weaken the Head Start program as a whole and result in the reduction of quality services offered to low-income children and families in New York and across the country.”

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Lawler Introduces Legislation to Update Tax Code for Widows and Widowers

Introduced bill to allow widows and widowers two years of surviving spouse tax status.

“Losing a spouse is an unimaginable loss, and I believe we should be doing everything we can to make the aftermath of a tragedy as manageable as possible for the American people.”

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Lawler Introduces Legislation to Update Home Safety Design Features for HUD Housing

Introduced bill directing HUD to update home safety design features and train appraisers on universal design.

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Lawler, Gottheimer Push for Bipartisan AI Safeguards at Capitol Hill Press Conference

Introduced bill directing NIST to develop standards for safe AI agent deployment.

“This isn’t about stopping AI or stifling innovation. It is about making sure we can safely deploy AI. A pause is not a safeguard. Some states have put a moratorium on the infrastructure that powers this technology. That does not invent a kill switch.”

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Lawler Demands Hochul and NYPA Release the Hidden Cost of Electricity Discounts for Rockland Data Centers

Demanded state officials disclose electricity discount costs for data centers.

“Rockland families have watched their electric bills climb year after year, and now we learn that Kathy Hochul's Power Authority has been handing discounted power to data centers while refusing to tell the people footing the bill what it costs them”

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Lawler Joins Problem Solvers Caucus to Introduce Four Bipartisan Bills to Address Gerrymandering Nationwide

Introduced bipartisan bill to establish nationwide standards for congressional redistricting.

“Congressional districts should be drawn around communities, not political interests. The Problem Solvers MAPS Act establishes clear, commonsense standards to stop partisan gerrymandering and ensure districts are fairly drawn without favoring any one candidate or party.”

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Lawler Pushes to Ensure Data Center Growth Benefits New York Communities as Ratepayer Protection Act Passes House

Praised House passage of Ratepayer Protection Act to prevent data center cost subsidies.

“New York families and businesses already face some of the highest electricity costs in the country. As we work to bring new investment and jobs to New York, we cannot ask families and small businesses to foot the bill for the massive infrastructure costs created by new data centers and other energy-intensive facilities”

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Lawler Applauds Passage of Bill to Modernize U.S. Foreign Service

Praised House passage of Foreign Service Modernization Act updating diplomatic operations.

“America’s diplomats are on the front lines of advancing our interests and protecting our national security around the world. But for more than four decades, their processes and scope have not evolved with the geopolitical landscape.”

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Foreign Service Modernization Act

Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, H.R. 9086, the Foreign Service Modernization Act. This bill is a strong example of what Congress can accomplish when Republicans and Democrats are willing to sit down together, listen to one another, and focus on solving problems, and now we have a…

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Ratepayer Protection Act

Madam Speaker, I thank the chairman for yielding me time. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. New York families and businesses face some of the highest electricity costs in the country. In February, the average residential electricity price in New York…

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Honoring the Life of Howard Pierson

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Howard Pierson, a beloved lifelong resident of Nyack, who passed away peacefully at the end of July at the age of 91. For decades, Howard was a cherished member of our community, dedicating his life to his faith, family, and inspiring those around him.…

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Reps. Lawler, Gottheimer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Stop Rogue AI Agents and Keep People In Control

Introduced bipartisan bill directing NIST to develop standards for discovering and controlling AI agents.

“AI agents are becoming more capable and more deeply integrated into our government and economy. We need to make sure we know what these systems are, what they can access, and who is responsible for them.”

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Lawler Remembers Welles Crowther as President Trump Awards Him the Presidential Medal of Freedom at 9/11 White House Ceremony

Attended White House ceremony honoring 9/11 first responder Welles Crowther with Presidential Medal of Freedom.

“Many never came home, and thousands more have lived with the physical and emotional consequences of their service ever since. Welles showed us what it means to put others before yourself. What a legacy worth remembering, and one America will never forget”

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Honoring the Life of John P. O'malley

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of John P. O'Malley, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and respected law enforcement investigator, who passed away peacefully on July 16 at age 73. Born and raised in the Bronx, John spent more than 20 years with the New York City Police Department,…

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Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 9436, the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act. I want to thank Chairman Westerman for working with me to bring this bill to the floor, as well as my colleague from Maine who has fought tirelessly on behalf of his constituents, Jared Golden. In Maine…

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Lawler-Golden Northeast Lobstermen Protection Act Passes House, Providing Certainty for Northeast Fisheries

Announced House passage of Northeast Lobstermen Protection Act extending regulatory framework through 2035.

“While this legislation is particularly important to Maine’s fishing communities, the Northeast lobster industry supports small businesses and hardworking families far beyond the coastline, including restaurants here in New York.”

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Lawler Demands CMS Reconsider 340B Payment Cuts to Safety Net Hospitals

Urged CMS to reconsider Medicare reimbursement cuts to safety net hospitals.

“Safety net hospitals that utilize 340B already operate under extremely difficult financial circumstances, and many don’t have the resources to compensate for the reductions in revenue on 340B drug payments.”

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Lawler Introduces Bill to Ensure Continuity of Operations at Export-Import Bank

Introduced bill to ensure Export-Import Bank continuity by making quorum solution permanent.

“It's imperative that businesses across the State of New York have reliable access to financing tools that allow them to be competitive in a global marketplace. To accomplish that, the EXIM Bank must be able to operate responsibly and uninterrupted. We commend Reps.”

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