Michael Lawler (New York)

Michael Lawler (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing New York's 17th Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2023. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Lawler (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent New York's 17th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.^[source]

Biography

Michael Lawler was born in Suffern, New York and lives in Pearl River, New York. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Manhattan College in 2009. Lawler's career experience includes working on political campaigns, as Executive Director for the New York Republican Party, as a partner with Checkmate Strategies, and as the deputy town supervisor for Orangetown, New York.^[1]^[2]^[3] From 2021 to 2022, Lawler served as a member of the New York State Assembly.

Committee assignments

2023-2024

Lawler was assigned to the following committees:^[Source]

Elections

2026

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for U.S. House New York District 17

The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House New York District 17 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Michael Lawler (R)
	Submit photo	John Cappello (D)
		Peter Chatzky (D)
		Cait Conley (D)
		Beth Davidson (D)
		Effie Phillips-Staley (D)
		Jessica Reinmann (D)
		Mike Sacks (D)
		John Sullivan (D)

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Endorsements

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President Donald Trump (R)

2024

New York's 17th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 25 Republican primary)

New York's 17th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 25 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 17

Incumbent Michael Lawler defeated Mondaire Jones and Anthony Frascone in the general election for U.S. House New York District 17 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Michael Lawler (R / Conservative Party)	52.1	197,845
		Mondaire Jones (D)	45.8	173,899
	Submit photo	Anthony Frascone (Working Families Party)	2.0	7,530
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	234

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 379,508
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Mondaire Jones advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 17.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Elizabeth Gereghty (D)
MaryAnn Carr (D)

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Michael Lawler advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 17.

Conservative Party primary election

The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Michael Lawler advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17.

Working Families Party primary election

Working Families Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17

Anthony Frascone defeated Mondaire Jones in the Working Families Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Anthony Frascone	58.6	287
		Mondaire Jones	40.2	197
		Other/Write-in votes	1.2	6

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 490
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Endorsements

Lawler received the following endorsements. To view a full list of Lawler's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here.

Pledges

Lawler signed the following pledges.

U.S. Term Limits

2022

U.S. House New York District 17

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 17

Michael Lawler defeated incumbent Sean Maloney in the general election for U.S. House New York District 17 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Michael Lawler (R / Conservative Party)	50.3	143,550
	Sean Maloney (D / Working Families Party)	49.7	141,730
	Other/Write-in votes	0.1	150

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 285,430
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 17

Incumbent Sean Maloney defeated Alessandra Biaggi in the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 17 on August 23, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Sean Maloney	66.3	24,535
	Alessandra Biaggi	33.1	12,266
	Other/Write-in votes	0.5	203

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 37,004
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Michael Parietti (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 17

Michael Lawler defeated William Faulkner, Charles Falciglia, Shoshana David, and Jack Schrepel in the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 17 on August 23, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Michael Lawler	74.7	12,317
		William Faulkner	11.9	1,958
	Submit photo	Charles Falciglia	8.4	1,392
	Submit photo	Shoshana David	3.0	491
		Jack Schrepel	1.1	188
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	139

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 16,485
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Conservative Party primary election

Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17

Michael Lawler defeated William Faulkner in the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17 on August 23, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Michael Lawler	87.0	1,078
	William Faulkner	12.6	156
	Other/Write-in votes	0.4	5

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,239
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Jack Schrepel (Conservative Party)

Working Families Party primary election

The Working Families Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Sean Maloney advanced from the Working Families Party primary for U.S. House New York District 17.

New York State Assembly District 97

General election

General election for New York State Assembly District 97

John W. McGowan defeated Eudson Francois in the general election for New York State Assembly District 97 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	John W. McGowan (R / Conservative Party)	66.9	24,259
	Eudson Francois (D)	32.9	11,945
	Other/Write-in votes	0.2	62

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 36,266
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Eudson Francois advanced from the Democratic primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Michael Lawler (R)

Conservative Party primary election

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Michael Lawler (Conservative Party)

2020

General election

General election for New York State Assembly District 97

Michael Lawler defeated incumbent Ellen Jaffee in the general election for New York State Assembly District 97 on November 3, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Michael Lawler (R / Conservative Party / Independence Party / Serve America Movement Party)	52.2	29,936
	Ellen Jaffee (D)	47.7	27,359
	Other/Write-in votes	0.1	35

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 57,330
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Ellen Jaffee advanced from the Democratic primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Michael Lawler advanced from the Republican primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Conservative Party primary election

The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Michael Lawler advanced from the Conservative Party primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Independence Party primary election

The Independence Party primary election was canceled. Michael Lawler advanced from the Independence Party primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Serve America Movement Party primary election

The Serve America Movement Party primary election was canceled. Michael Lawler advanced from the Serve America Movement Party primary for New York State Assembly District 97.

Campaign themes

2026

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2024

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Congressman Mike Lawler proudly represents New York’s 17th Congressional District which includes Rockland County, Putnam County and portions of Westchester and Dutchess Counties. He is on the House Committee on Financial Services and House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Prior to winning his seat in Congress, Mike represented New York’s 97th District in the State Assembly where he served on the Committees on Aging, Banks, Education, Housing, and as the Ranking Member on Governmental Operations.

The fact that Congressman Lawler, as a Republican, was able to win a district that President Biden won by 10 points in 2020 and is home to 70,000 more registered Democrats than Republicans, is a testament to his bipartisan, pragmatic approach to governing. In the Assembly, that meant additional funding for law enforcement and first responders, tax relief for middle class families, and historic funding increases for our schools in the Hudson Valley.

Mike has a long history of public service. Prior to being elected to the State Assembly and Congress, he served as the Deputy Town Supervisor in Orangetown and was a Senior Advisor to the Westchester County Executive.

He graduated from Manhattan College with degrees in Accounting and Finance and was Valedictorian of his graduating class.

Mike is a lifelong Hudson Valley resident. He grew up in Rockland County and graduated from Suffern High School. Mike lives in Pearl River with his wife, Doina, and their daughter Julianna.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The first and most pressing issue facing our country is the affordability crisis that has impacted so many families. I’ve worked to responsibly lower federal spending, while protecting Social Security, Medicare, and veterans benefits from any cuts, and fought to lift or eliminate the cap on SALT.
Second, public safety. This includes supporting our police and cracking down on antisemitism on our college campuses and in our own backyard. I’ve brought back tens of millions for law enforcement and passed the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act through the House.
Third, securing the border. We must find a bipartisan solution, like the DIGNITY Act, that secures our border and finds a dignified solution to undocumented immigrants living here.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Foreign Policy, Immigration, Financial Markets, Energy, Housing, Our Economy, and Veterans Issues.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

John McCain and Peter King, as mentioned before. They were both fierce advocates for what they believed in, but found common cause with those on the other side of the aisle to get things done for their constituents.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Being able to find common ground with those you don’t agree with, regardless of party and conducting oneself with integrity.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Finding common ground and compromise with folks on both sides of the aisle in order to get things done for constituents.

What legacy would you like to leave?

To be remembered as a tireless champion for the Hudson Valley who constantly sought to make life easier for families and constituents.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11 - I was a freshman in high school. I’ll never forget how that day changed our country, but I will always remember the heroes who rushed into the burning buildings to save innocent folks, and the sense of unity our country felt in the weeks, months, and years after. We need to try and get back to that sense of unity in times like these.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

A Yankee Stadium vendor to help pay for college. It was an incredible experience over the course of a couple years and brings back fond memories of my dad, who was a huge Yankees fan.

What is your favorite book? Why?

To Kill a Mockingbird — it speaks to where our country has been and how far we have come, to ensure liberty and justice for all.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Batman.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Holding out for a Hero by Bonnie Tyler

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Losing my Dad when I was 26 years old.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It’s ability to set a legislative agenda for the country - no small feat - and the power of the purse.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes, I do, but it’s not necessary. My time in the New York State Assembly helped me better understand the legislative process, but it was my time as a small businessman that helped me understand budgets and finances - part of why I landed on the Financial Services Committee.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

We have to lower costs for families, secure our Southern Border, maintain a strong military and diplomatic presence around the globe, and work to build an economy that can stand the tests of the future beyond just the 21st Century.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I believe in term limits and support a constitutional amendment to that effect.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Senator John McCain and Representative Peter King. They were both fierce advocates for what they believed in, but found common cause with those on the other side of the aisle to get things done for their constituents.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Nothing I can put in writing.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Yes. I’m proud to be the 4th-most bipartisan member of Congress, and firmly believe in working together with Democrats and Republicans to tackle the pressing issues of the day.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

The House should, and will continue to, use its power in a responsible way to enact change through the budgetary process. As we saw with the landmark Fiscal Responsibility Act last year, when we work to find common ground between parties, we can get big things done.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Carefully and not in a way that is overtly political by either party. Getting to the bottom of the Afghanistan withdrawal is a good example of a case where the House has wielded this power effectively.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Association of Flight Attendants-CWA

Boilermakers Local 5
Building & Construction Trades Council of Westchester & Putnam Counties
IBEW Local 363
IUOE Local 137
IUOE Local 825
Laborers Local 754
Lake Mohegan Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 2956
LiUNA-NY
North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 373
Rockland County Building & Construction Trades
Sheetmetal Workers Local 38
Teamsters Local 456
Transport Workers Union of America
UFA Local 94
UFOA
APA of Westchester
Lieutenants Benevolent Association of NYPD
MTA PBA
New York 10-13 Association
NYC PBA
NYC SBA
PCNY
Port Authority PBA
Rockland County PBA
Putnam County Sheriff’s Office PBA
SOAR NYPD

Westchester County COBA

What committees interest you?

Foreign Affairs and Financial Services, the two that I serve on currently.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I think all campaign donations should have to be reported within 48 hours of receipt - folks need to show who’s funding their campaigns directly.

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2022

U.S. House New York District 17

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Campaign website

Lawler's campaign website stated the following:

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AFFORDABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY

Joe Biden and Sean Patrick Maloney’s reckless inflationary agenda is crushing senior citizens on fixed incomes, small businesses, working families, and young people just starting their careers. Biden’s and Maloney’s hidden tax has led to penny-pinching and long nights at kitchen tables across the Hudson Valley and elsewhere. As Congressman, Mike will make getting inflation under control a number one priority.

In the State Assembly, Mike supported a gas tax holiday to reduce pain at the pump for millions of New York families, pushed legislation that would establish a tax credit to offset utility bill increases, created the Blown Tire Tax Credit to give drivers a $1,000 personal tax credit for damage sustained on state and local roads, supported eliminating state sales tax on everyday necessities such as housekeeping supplies, personal care products and prepared food, and introduced legislation to double the STAR Property Tax Relief benefit for seniors.

Mike also delivered on his promise to create a true 10% property tax exemption for our volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel, helping pass a statewide bill to provide real relief for those who serve our communities and keep us safe.

He also led the charge on historic middle-class income tax cuts which will put billions of dollars back in the pockets of taxpayers across the Hudson Valley.

PRIORITIZING PUBLIC SAFETY

In the New York State Assembly, Mike fought hard against radical progressives demanding the defunding of the police. He introduced legislation to repeal the catastrophic cashless bail law that returns dangerous criminals right back on the streets, worked to restore judicial discretion in holding violent criminals in custody, and called out Democrats like Sean Patrick Maloney, who previously said passing cashless bail was his number one priority, for making our communities less safe. As Congressman, Mike will fight day and night to stop the radical agenda that is endangering communities all across the state.

Mike is proud to have the strong support of law enforcement and our first responders, and he will always work to keep our communities safe.

FULLY FUNDING EDUCATION AND EMPOWERING PARENTS

While in the State Assembly, Mike has fought for more aid to schools across the Hudson Valley — and delivered. In just two years, he delivered hundreds of millions in state funding to improve education in the 17th District. In Congress, he’ll work to increase funding for our schools in the Hudson Valley, support school choice, and empower parents to push back against age-inappropriate curriculum within their school districts. We need to teach our country’s history – the good, the bad, and the ugly – but we must do so in a way that teaches our kids not to hate one another and to love our country.

SECURING OUR BORDER AND FIXING OUR BROKEN IMMIGRATION SYSTEM

As the husband of an immigrant from Eastern Europe, Mike Lawler understands the importance of legal immigration and the positive impact it has on our country. As a member of Congress, Mike will work to fix our broken immigration system, so that those seeking to come to America in search of a better life, economic opportunity, and freedom, can do so legally.

However, Mike will fight tooth-and-nail to get our borders under control in order to halt the flow of illegal immigration. The current situation is a mockery to the rule of law and a genuine threat to national sovereignty and the health and well-being of our citizens.

Unfortunately, Joe Biden, Sean Patrick Maloney and his colleagues in Washington have opened our borders to millions of illegal crossings, with more people pouring across the border every day.

What’s worse, Maloney and his allies in Washington and Albany have enacted radical policies in which undocumented immigrants are given free iPhones, billions in cash assistance, and a free middle-of-the-night plane ride into New York airports, including Westchester County Airport and Stewart International. These undocumented immigrants are then secretively bussed into New York communities that are forced to accommodate them with housing, schooling, healthcare, and other services.

Additionally, the failure of Biden and Maloney’s open border policy has been a dramatic increase in dangerous and illegal fentanyl pouring across the border and into our communities in New York and across the country. This has only exacerbated the existing heroin and addiction crises gripping towns and counties across the Hudson Valley.

It must stop.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT AND RESPONSIBLE ENERGY POLICY

In the State Assembly, Mike supported dozens of pieces of legislation that improved the quality of our drinking water, cracked down on pollutants and contaminants, and protected our parks and open spaces. In Congress, Mike will work to protect the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley while ensuring energy costs don’t spiral out of control due to a radical climate agenda.

As a strong proponent of expanded domestic energy production, including clean natural gas, Mike believes America must pursue an “all-of-the-above” energy policy that strikes a balance between a push for renewable and alternative energies, with the reality that pie-in-the-sky promises to end the use of all fossil fuels within the next 10-15 years threaten to drive energy costs even higher, representing a regressive tax on those who can least afford it at a time when inflation is surging to its highest levels in 40 years.

PRESERVING SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE

Recent federal government reports that Social Security’s combined trust funds won’t be able to pay full benefits to recipients in 2035 is alarming, and represents a total failure of career politicians like Sean Patrick Maloney and Joe Biden. Moreover, Medicare is also facing long-term financing shortfalls and will grow faster than the nation’s GDP through the mid-2030s.

Mike Lawler understands that, for tens of thousands of his constituents, Social Security and Medicare are the difference between getting by and literally falling into poverty. Mike will fight to protect Social Security and Medicare and work with people of goodwill from both parties to develop a long term plan to keep these programs solvent and functioning.

SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS AND EXPANDING CARE

Mike will be a staunch ally for Veterans in Congress, and he’ll fight for increased funding for V.A. hospitals and Veterans Organizations across New York. As a member of the State Assembly, Mike fought to fully fund the Joseph P. Dwyer Peer to Peer program in the state budget; voted to create the state department of Veterans Services; and introduced legislation to create a $100 million fund to support Veterans Organizations.

When their country needed them, our men and women in uniform put aside everything for this nation. Many have been critically wounded. Now that they’re back home, they deserve the best available care. Period.

NATIONAL DEFENSE / MILITARY

Mike Lawler believes in “Peace through Strength” because it has protected Americans from danger since the end of World War II. That means ensuring our military is the best-funded, equipped, and trained in the entire world. Bar none.

There are bad actors around the globe eagerly watching for signs of weakness in our elected leadership. Unfortunately, that has been the case during the Biden Administration. Their catastrophic Afghanistan withdrawal was an embarrassment to the country and an insult to all those who had served and sacrificed there, including the 13 soldiers who perished in a suicide attack at the Kabul Airport. Predictably, Sean Patrick Maloney put partisan politics ahead of what is right, and defended President Biden’s handling of the situation.

In regard to the war in Ukraine and hostile actions by Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, Mike will advocate for strong sanctions and resolute cooperation with our NATO allies in pushing back against aggression in all its forms.

PROTECTING OUR DISABLED COMMUNITY, SENIORS & EBT/SNAP FAMILIES

Mike firmly believes that as a society, we have an obligation to provide for our most vulnerable populations, especially those in our communities who are underserved or in need of critical care.

Whether one identifies as having a disability, is a senior or a veteran, or one of our low-income EBT/SNAP families who are struggling to provide for their children during these difficult economic times, Mike believes we must expand economic, healthcare, educational, and recreational opportunities for those individuals and their families.

Since the Americans with Disabilities Act was enacted into law in 1990 under President George H.W. Bush, we have seen significant progress towards ending discrimination against those with disabilities across the country. However, there is still more work to be done to ensure the nearly 62 million Americans living with a disability, including over 1 million New Yorkers, are treated with dignity, respect, and afforded the same opportunities as everyone else.

As a first-term legislator, Mike led the charge to stop the closure of the Rockland Psychiatric Center, which is the only such facility between the Bronx and Utica, providing a wide range of mental health services to patients all across the Hudson Valley. Mike also secured record investments for the I/DD community and has worked in close coordination with I/DD programs in Rockland County and across the Hudson Valley to ensure that their needs have been met. In addition, Mike fought to increase salaries for those providing these critical services to ensure the retention of our workforce.

Working with the Town of Orangetown and Supervisor Teresa Kenny, Mike helped secure critical funds to build an all-inclusive playground and a splash pad to ensure that children of all abilities could enjoy themselves and have fun. An initiative that Mike would like to champion nationwide.

As a member of Congress, Mike will be a true advocate for the disabled, fighting for all those with different abilities who are wishing to join the workforce, while also focusing on accessible, long term, and affordable housing, healthcare, ADA compliance, and much more.

The Seniors of the Hudson Valley will have a resilient and resourceful friend with Mike in Congress who will never tire when asked to step up and to protect their right to a happy, secure, safe, and comfortable retirement.

Finally, Mike believes that we must do everything possible to empower the low income, and to provide them with the tools that they need to succeed, while supporting the federal safety net called EBT/ SNAP food stamps. In addition, Mike supports the federal libraries Museums For All EBT/ SNAP policy which allows all low income parents to educate their children in the “Arts & Culture”, with over 900 cultural institutions currently in agreement nationwide, including 70 in New York.^[4]

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—Mike Lawler's campaign website (2022)^[5]

New York State Assembly District 97

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2020

Michael Lawler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lawler's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Mike Lawler is a lifelong Rockland County resident and graduate of Suffern High School. In 2009, Mike earned a degree in Business Administration, with a double major in Accounting and Finance, from Manhattan College, where he was named the Valedictorian of his graduating class.

Mike currently serves as Deputy Town Supervisor in Orangetown under Supervisor Teresa Kenny and previously worked in the Westchester County Executive's Office as an advisor to Rob Astorino, where he dealt with issues ranging from the county budget to public policy and community outreach initiatives. In addition, Mike previously served as Executive Director of the State Republican Party, helping elect candidates to federal, state, and local office.

Mike is also a successful small businessman who founded his own government affairs and public relations firm.

Mike and his wife Doina live in Pearl River, NY.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Mike will reduce our tax burden by fixing the unfair state school-aid formula and introduce legislation that requires the state fully pay for and run our Medicaid program.
Mike believes education is a fundamental right and that every child should have a quality, affordable education. He'll fight to increase funding, improve standards, and promote choice.
Mike will promote our educated workforce, proximity to the city, and cost effective commercial properties to attract jobs and investment in Rockland County.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Sadly, New York has become the toughest state in America in which to live, work, and raise a family. And with the complete, one-party takeover of the State Legislature in Albany, it's only getting worse.

We are the highest taxed state in America and Rockland County pays the second highest property taxes in the nation. It's outrageous and it has to stop.

As our Assemblyman, Mike will be an independent voice for Rockland County, fighting every day on behalf of our families and working to address the issues that matter most.

AFFORDABILITY

Mike will reduce our tax burden by fixing the unfair state school-aid formula and introduce legislation that requires the state fully pay for and run our Medicaid program.

EDUCATION

Mike believes education is a fundamental right and that every child should have a quality, affordable education. He'll fight to increase funding and improve standards.

JOBS AND OPPORTUNITY

Mike will promote our educated workforce, proximity to the city, and cost effective commercial properties to attract jobs and investment in Rockland County.

PUBLIC SAFETY

Mike will scrap the dangerous "bail reform law" by ensuring dangerous criminals stay behind bars and allowing greater judicial discretion when administering bail.

RESPONSIBLE DEVELOPMENT

Mike will preserve open space; protect our natural resources; invest in infrastructure; and empower municipalities to enforce their zoning laws and codes.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Throughout my life, I've always looked up to and turned to my parents and their example. I was fortunate to have two loving parents, who dedicated themselves to my brother and I. My parents provided my brother and I the necessary tools to identify our God given talents and skills and put them to good use. They allowed us to grow and to flourish, giving us the opportunity to be who we are as individuals. They never discouraged us from engaging in childhood fantasies, rather they dared us to dream heroic dreams. They never made us afraid of failure, rather they taught us how to turn our mistakes into future success. And they never expressed a sense of disappointment in our choices, rather they offered us the greatest gift we could ever receive - their unconditional love. It's an example I try to use throughout my life, both personal and professional.

In terms of politics and public life, I've long admired President Ronald Reagan. He believed in the greatness of America and inspired millions of Americans to believe in our country and each other. He was an aspirational leader, who used humor, compassion, and principles to lead our country. As an elected official, I would seek to follow his lead and work to find areas of agreement, stay positive, and serve a cause greater than my own self-interest.

Finally, I'm inspired every day by my wife - who came to this country by herself in search of opportunity and a better life. She is courageous, strong, smart, and has worked hard to attain her success. She is reflective of the greatness of our country and the hopes of our citizens.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I believe two of my strongest qualities are that I am empathetic and I listen to what people are saying. I have always believed that just because you have different political views does not mean that you cannot be friends or find areas of commonality and agreement. I believe that no one is going to agree with another person 100% of the time, because we all come from different backgrounds, have had different life experiences, and deal with different challenges and struggles. The most important thing any elected official can do, is to understand those differences, respect them, and work to find areas of agreement. Too often, our political discourse has devolved into the questioning of one's motives or character and casting aspersions on the other person, rather than trying to understand where they are coming from and why. I believe the most effective way to find compromise, is to listen and to acknowledge the other person's point of view. Anything less will lead to gridlock, anger, and resentment.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Serving in elected office means serving the people you are elected to represent, regardless of party. As a member of the Assembly, my job will be to represent the views and interests of my constituents, and to advocate on their behalf, propose and pass legislation that directly impact my district, and work with the local elected officials in my community to be their voice in Albany. On a macro scale, my job will to fight for and advocate for policies and legislation that make New York State more affordable, make it easier to own and operate a business, and allow our seniors to afford to retire here. Finally, constituent services are most critical, and the job of any elected official is to help our residents navigate through the complex bureaucracy that is state and local government. I will always work to ensure we get answers and solutions for our residents and serve their needs as best I can.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I have two favorite book, "To Kill A Mockingbird" by Harper Lee and "The Shack" by William Young. Both books speak to the unfortunate, ugly nature of human behavior at times, and ultimate redemption. Life is difficult, and it has its unique challenges for everyone, but I do believe, as President Reagan once said, "I know in my heart that man is good, that what is right will always eventually triumph, and there is purpose and worth to each and every life."

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe it is helpful to have an understanding of government and politics, but more importantly, I believe it's important to have real world experience, whether working in the private sector or owning your own business. Too often, legislators pass laws that impact industries and businesses of which they have no knowledge or expertise. I think it is important to have a diverse legislature that is comprised of professionals, including those who have worked in government, and can apply those first hand experiences to the legislative process.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

The greatest challenge for New York State will be affordability and the financial fallout from COVID-19. Prior to the pandemic, we were consistently ranked as the highest taxed state in America, with the highest cost of living, highest cost of doing business, and worst place to retire. Over the last decade, over 1 million New Yorkers have moved to other, more affordable states. As a result of years of financial mismanagement, overspending, and anti-business and anti-growth policies being implemented, New York is facing a catastrophic budget deficit - that will require draconian budget cuts, reductions in service, and massive tax hikes. Furthermore, with the changes in technology, industries like the financial sector can operate in other states. As a result, more and more New Yorkers will flee for greener pastures.

In order to address this, we will need to prioritize essential programs, rein-in out of control spending and unnecessary programs, and implement pro-growth policies to bring businesses and manufacturing back to New York State. It will require a whole-sale shift from the policies of the past. It can be done, if we are willing to make difficult decisions and take on the dogmatic approach of the past.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

I would like to serve on the following committees: Ways & Means; Education; Energy; Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce and Industry; Health; Local Government; Real Property Taxation; Small Businesses; Transportation; and Alcohol and Drug Abuse.

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Michael Lawler campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2026*	U.S. House New York District 17	Candidacy Declared general	$2,837,035	$806,036
2024*	U.S. House New York District 17	Won general	$8,387,802	$8,256,895
2022	U.S. House New York District 17	Won general	$1,553,321	$1,514,859
2020	New York State Assembly District 97	Won general	$312,557	N/A**
Grand total			$13,090,714	$10,577,790
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission *This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Notable endorsements

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Notable candidate endorsements by Michael Lawler
Endorsee	Election	Stage	Outcome
Curtis Sliwa ^source (Protect Animals, R)	Mayor of New York (2025)	General	Advanced in Primary
Donald Trump ^source (Conservative Party, R)	President of the United States (2024)	Primary	Won General

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119th Congress (2025-2027)

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Delegate rules

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New York primary results

See also: Presidential election in New York, 2016

New York Republican Primary, 2016
Candidate	Vote %	Votes	Delegates
Donald Trump	59.2%	554,522	89
John Kasich	24.7%	231,166	6
Ted Cruz	14.5%	136,083	0
Blank or void	1.6%	14,756	0
Totals		936,527	95
Source: The New York Times and New York State Board of Elections

Delegate allocation

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New York had 95 delegates at the 2016 Republican National Convention. Of this total, 81 were district-level delegates (three for each of the state's 27 congressional districts). New York's district delegates were allocated on a proportional basis; a candidate had to win at least 20 percent of the vote in a district in order to be eligible to receive a share of that district's delegates. The first place finisher in a district received two of that district's delegates and the second place finisher received one delegate. If a candidate won more than 50 percent of the vote in a district, he or she received all of that district's delegates.^[6]^[7]

Of the remaining 14 delegates, 11 served at large. At-large delegates were allocated on a proportional basis; a candidate had to win at least 20 percent of the statewide vote in order to be eligible to receive a share of the state's at-large delegates. If a candidate won more than 50 percent of the statewide vote, he or she received all of the state's at-large delegates. In addition, three national party leaders (identified on the chart below as RNC delegates) served as bound delegates to the Republican National Convention.^[6]^[7]

State legislative tenure

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2021-2022

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Key votes: 118th Congress, 2023-2025

The 118th United States Congress began on January 3, 2023, and ended on January 3, 2025. At the start of the session, Republicans held the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives (222-212), and Democrats held the majority in the U.S. Senate (51-49). Joe Biden (D) was the president and Kamala Harris (D) was the vice president. We identified the key votes below using Congress' top-viewed bills list and through marquee coverage of certain votes on Ballotpedia.

Key votes: 118th Congress, 2023-2025

Vote

Bill and description

Status

Yea

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (H.R. 2670) was a bill passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on December 22, 2023, authorizing Department of Defense activities and programs for fiscal year 2024. The bill required a two-thirds majority vote in the House to pass the bill as amended by a Senate and House conference report.^[8]

Passed (310-118)^[9]

Yea

To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.

H.R. 185 (To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes.) was a bill approved by the House of Representatives that sought to nullify a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) order restricting the entry of foreign citizens to the United States unless the individual was vaccinated against the coronavirus or attested they would take public health measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The bill required a simple majority vote in the House.^[10]

Passed (227-201)^[11]

Yea

Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023

The Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023 (H.R. 2811) was a bill approved by the House of Representatives that sought to raise the federal debt limit before a June 5, 2023, deadline. The bill also sought to repeal certain green energy tax credits, increase domestic natural gas and oil production, expand work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, and nullify President Joe Biden's (D) proposed student loan debt cancellation program. This bill was not taken up in the Senate, and the debt limit was instead raised through the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. This bill required a simple majority vote in the House.^[12]

Passed (217-215)^[13]

Yea

Denouncing the horrors of socialism.

H.Con.Res. 9 (Denouncing the horrors of socialism.) was a resolution approved by the House of Representatives denouncing socialism and opposing the implementation of socialist policies in the United States. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[14]

Passed (328-86)^[15]

Yea

Lower Energy Costs Act

The Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1) was a bill approved by the House of Representatives that sought to increase domestic energy production and exports by increasing the production of oil, natural gas, and coal, reducing permitting restrictions for pipelines, refineries, and other energy projects, and increase the production of minerals used in electronics, among other energy production-related policies. The bill required a simple majority vote in the House.^[16]

Passed (225-204)^[17]

Yea

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights".

H.J.Res. 30 (Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights".) was a joint resolution of disapproval under the terms of the Congressional Review Act (CRA) passed by the 118th Congress and vetoed by President Joe Biden (D) on March 20, 2023. This was Biden's first veto of his presidency. The resolution sought to nullify a Department of Labor rule that amended the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to allow retirement plans to consider certain environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) factors in investment-related decisions. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[18] Click here to read more.

Passed (219-200)^[19]

Yea

Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020.

H.J.Res. 7 (Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020.) was a joint resolution of disapproval under the terms of the Congressional Review Act (CRA) passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on April 10, 2023. The resolution ended the national coronavirus state of emergency, which began on March 13, 2020. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[20] Click here to read more.

Passed (229-197)^[21]

Yea

Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023

The Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (H.R. 3746) was a bill passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on June 3, 2023. The bill raised the federal debt limit until January 2025. The bill also capped non-defense spending in fiscal year 2024, rescinded unspent coronavirus relief funding, rescinded some Internal Revenue Service (IRS) funding, enhanced work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program (TANF), simplified environmental reviews for energy projects, and ended the student loan debt repayment pause in August 2023. The bill required a simple majority vote in the House.^[22] Click here to read more.

Passed (314-117)^[23]

Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.)

Speaker of the House election (January 2023) - 15th vote

In January 2023, the House of Representatives held its regular election for Speaker of the House at the start of the 118th Congress. Voting began on January 3, and ended on January 7. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was elected speaker of the House in a 216-212 vote during the 15th round of voting. In order to elect a Speaker of the House, a majority of votes cast for a person by name was required.^[24] Click here to read more.

Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) (216-212)

Nay

Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant.

H.Res. 757 (Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant.) was a resolution passed by the House of Representatives that removed Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) from his position as Speaker of the House. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[25] Click here to read more.

Passed (216-210)^[26]

Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.)

Speaker of the House election (October 2023) - 4th vote

In October 2023, following Rep. Kevin McCarthy's (R-Calif.) removal as Speaker of the House, the House of Representatives held another election for the position. Voting began on October 17 and ended on October 25. Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) was elected Speaker of the House in a 220-209 vote in the fourth round of voting. In order to elect a Speaker of the House, a majority of votes cast for a person by name was required.^[27] Click here to read more.

Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) (220-209)

Yea

Directing certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.

H.Res. 918 (Directing certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.) was a resolution passed by the House of Representatives that formally authorized an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden (D). The inquiry focused on allegations that Biden used his influence as vice president from 2009 to 2017 to improperly profit from his son Hunter Biden's business dealings. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[28] Click here to read more.

Passed (221-212)^[29]

Yea

Providing for the expulsion of Representative George Santos from the United States House of Representatives.

H.Res. 878 (Providing for the expulsion of Representative George Santos from the United States House of Representatives.) was a resolution passed by the House of Representatives that removed Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) from office following a House Ethics Committee investigation that determined there was substantial evidence that Santos violated the law during his 2020 and 2022 campaigns. The resolution required a simple majority vote in the House.^[30]

Passed (311-114)^[31]

Yea

The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023

The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (H.R. 82) was a bill passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on January 5, 2025, that reduced Social Security benefits for individuals who received other pensions from state or local governments. It also eliminated an offset that would reduce benefits for spouses and widows of individuals with government pensions. It also eliminated a provision that reduced benefits for an individual who received a pension or disability benefit from an employer that did not withhold Social Security taxes. This bill required a 2/3rds majority vote to pass.^[32]

Passed (327-75)^[33]

Yea

Secure the Border Act of 2023

The Secure the Border Act of 2023 (H.R. 2) was passed by the U.S. House on May 11, 2024. This bill would have introduced limits to asylum eligibility and required employers to use electronic verification of employee's legal eligibility to work. This bill required a simple majority vote.^[34]

Passed (219-213)^[35]

Yea

Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024

The Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 (H.R. 4366) was a bill passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on March 9, 2024, authorizing appropriations for various government departments for the fiscal year 2024. The bill required a majority vote to pass.^[36]

Passed (219-211)^[37]

Yea

Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024

The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 (H.R. 7024) was a bill passed by the U.S. House on January 31, 2024, that would have modified the U.S. tax code, increasing how much money can be given back in credits and what is exempt. This bill required a 2/3rds majority vote to pass.^[38]

Passed (357-70)^[39]

Yea

Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025

The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (H.R. 8070) was passed by the U.S. House on June 14, 2024. The bill would have modified defense spending in the fiscal year 2025. The bill required a two-thirds majority vote in the House to pass the bill as amended by a Senate and House conference report. ^[40]

Passed (217-199)^[41]

Yea

Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023

The Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023 (H.R. 6090) was passed by the U.S. House on May 1, 2024. This bill made it so the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights could have the authority to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism when investigating cases of discrimination. This bill required a simple majority vote to pass.^[42]

Passed (320-91)^[43]

Yea

FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024

The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (H.R.3935) was a bill passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on May 16, 2024, that reauthorized Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding until fiscal year 2028. The bill also made other modifications to address various department-related issues. The bill required a two-thirds majority vote in the House to pass the bill as amended by a Senate and House conference report.^[44]

Passed (387-26)^[45]

Yea

Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act

The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act (H.R. 9495) was passed by the U.S. House on November 21, 2024. The bill would have postponed U.S. tax deadlines for citizens who were wrongfully detained abroad. This bill required a simple majority to pass.^[46]

Passed (219-184)^[47]

Yea

Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

H.Res.863, Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors, passed the U.S. House on February 13, 2024. The resolution impeached U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas (D) for high crimes and misdemeanors. The motion to impeach required a majority in the House and a 2/3rds vote in the Senate.^[48]

Passed (214-213)^[49]

Yea

Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025

H.R.9747, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025, was passed by the 118th Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden (D) on September 26, 2024, providing funding to federal agencies, including the Secret Service, and federal programs for the 2025 fiscal year. The bill required a two-thirds majority vote in the House to pass the bill as amended by a Senate and House conference report.^[50]

Passed (341-82)^[51]

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Preceded by Mondaire Jones (D)	U.S. House New York District 17 2023-Present	Succeeded by -
Preceded by Ellen Jaffee (D)	New York State Assembly District 97 2021-2023	Succeeded by John W. McGowan (R)

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Tom Suozzi (D)

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Laura Gillen (D)

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Gregory Meeks (D)

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Grace Meng (D)

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Nydia Velazquez (D)

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Hakeem Jeffries (D)

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Yvette Clarke (D)

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Daniel Goldman (D)

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Nicole Malliotakis (R)

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Jerrold Nadler (D)

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Adriano Espaillat (D)

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D)

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Ritchie Torres (D)

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George Latimer (D)

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Michael Lawler (R)

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Pat Ryan (D)

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Josh Riley (D)

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Paul Tonko (D)

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Elise Stefanik (R)

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John Mannion (D)

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Nick Langworthy (R)

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Claudia Tenney (R)

District 25

Joseph Morelle (D)

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Tim Kennedy (D)

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[bio3-3] New York State Assembly, "Mike Lawler - Biography," accessed November 22, 2022

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[9] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 723," December 14, 2023

[10] Congress.gov, "H.R.185 - To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes." accessed February 23, 2024

[11] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 116," accessed May 15, 2025

[12] Congress.gov, "H.R.2811 - Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024

[13] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 199," accessed May 15, 2025

[14] Congress.gov, "H.Con.Res.9 - Denouncing the horrors of socialism." accessed February 23, 2024

[15] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 106," accessed May 15, 2025

[16] Congress.gov, "H.R.1 - Lower Energy Costs Act," accessed February 23, 2024

[17] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 182," accessed May 15, 2025

[18] Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.30 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to 'Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights'." accessed February 23, 2024

[19] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 149," accessed May 15, 2025

[20] Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.7 - Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020." accessed February 23, 2024

[21] Clerk of the United States House of Representatives, "Roll Call 104," accessed May 15, 2025

[22] Congress.gov, "H.R.3746 - Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024

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Committee assignments

2023-2024

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2026

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 17

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2024

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 17

Democratic primary election

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Republican primary election

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Working Families Party primary election

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2022

U.S. House New York District 17

General election

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Working Families Party primary election

New York State Assembly District 97

General election

General election for New York State Assembly District 97

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2020

General election

General election for New York State Assembly District 97

Democratic primary election

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Independence Party primary election

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2026

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2024

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2022

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New York State Assembly District 97

2020

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119th Congress (2025-2027)

118th Congress (2023-2025)

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2023

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2021

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2021-2022

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