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The House is expected to vote this week on a rule for legislation that would raise the cap for state and local tax deductions, known as SALT, for many married couples. What You Need To Know The House is expected to vote this week on a rule for legislation that would raise the cap for state and local tax deductions, known as SALT, for many married couples The 2017 tax… Read more »

After an unexpected revolt from New York House Republican moderates earlier this week, a tax cut bill for married households filing a tax return jointly is set to be discussed in the chamber in the coming days, according to reports. A group of four New York House Republicans held up a procedural vote on unrelated bills on Tuesday as a warning shot against the GOP for failing to… Read more »

The House Rules Committee approved a bill led by New York Republicans on Thursday that would increase the state and local tax (SALT) deductions cap, setting up a potential floor vote on the measure next week. The Rules panel voted 8-5 along mostly party lines to pass the legislation, which aims to eliminate the so-called “marriage penalty” for joint filers making under $500,000 annually… Read more »

On the morning of Wednesday, January 24, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced his bill to rename the Haverstraw Post Office in honor of former Rockland County Clerk Paul Piperato. Piperato, a Haverstraw Democrat who passed away on May 6, 2020 at the age of 61, was well known for his dedication to public service and involvement with civic organizations throughout the county, having… Read more »

I am writing to express my gratitude to Congressman Mike Lawler for his commitment to fiscal responsibility and his work to reduce our national debt. His support for the Fiscal Responsibility Act and the recent appropriations agreement between Senate Majority Leader Schumer and House Speaker Mike Johnson is commendable and shows his dedication to the financial future of our country. The… Read more »

Haiti continues to devolve further into lawlessness. Over 75 percent of the capital, Port-au-Prince, is controlled by gangs. Haitians continue to see their living situation and access to food, water, and health services deteriorate. The desperation is now leading to a significant increase in movement of people into the interior of Haiti, overwhelming the already minimal support… Read more »

As a resident of the Hudson Valley, I am proud to be represented by Congressman Mike Lawler, a true embodiment of bipartisan, common-sense leadership. In a political climate often marred by division, Congressman Lawler stands out as a beacon of cooperation and practicality, tirelessly working for the best interests of our district. What impresses me most about Congressman Lawler is his… Read more »

Hudson Valley GOP Rep. Mike Lawler became the second New York lawmaker this week to have his district office defaced in response to his support of Israel after Democratic South Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres suffered a vandalism incident involving a “bloody” baby Jesus doll. “Yesterday the front entrance of our district office building was defaced with messages attacking me for my… Read more »

A letter crafted by New York Republican Congressman Mike Lawler is urging the Irish government to take the United Kingdom to court in the wake of British legacy legislation that will shut down multiple Troubles-related investigations in Northern Ireland. The letter has been sent to both Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tánaiste Micheál Martin. It has been cosigned by GOP congressman Brian… Read more »

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) reaffirmed his feelings on the censure of Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) over his pulling of a fire alarm, and things got heated when the two discussed the war in Gaza. In an appearance alongside Bowman on CNN, Lawler brushed away Bowman's suggestion that it was completely accidental when he pulled the fire alarm, arguing that the New York Democrat… Read more »