Congressman Mike Lawler introduced three bills focusing on housing access, regulation transparency, and environmental impact assessments.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Lawler introduces housing legislation: Congressman Mike Lawler has unveiled a package of three bills designed to enhance housing accessibility and transparency regarding federal regulations related to environmental contamination. This initiative aligns with his commitment to expanding housing opportunities for families in the Hudson Valley.
Details of the proposed bills: The package includes the Superfund Area Facts and Exposure Act, the Improving Housing Access Act, and the Affordable Housing Barriers Transparency Act. Each bill aims to address different aspects of housing challenges, such as studying the proximity of residential units to contaminated sites and identifying barriers that affect housing for vulnerable populations.
Lawler's vision for housing policy: In his statement, Congressman Lawler emphasized the importance of making homes affordable and accessible, criticizing high property taxes in the Hudson Valley. He proposed that transparency around housing costs and proactive solutions are necessary for families to establish roots in their communities.
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Michael Lawler Fundraising
Michael Lawler recently disclosed $694.7K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 20th, 2026. This was the 112th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 61.8% came from individual donors.
Lawler disclosed $575.3K of spending. This was the 101st most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Lawler disclosed $3.5M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 100th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Michael Lawler's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Michael Lawler Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Michael Lawler is worth $177.8K, as of February 19th, 2026. This is the 447th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Lawler has approximately $86.8K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Michael Lawler's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Lawler.
Michael Lawler Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Michael Lawler:
- H.R.7597: To amend the Department of Housing and Urban Development Act to require that the annual report of the Department of Housing and Urban Development include an identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing.
- H.R.7596: To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study that identifies options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled.
- H.R.7595: To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study that identifies how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within 1 mile of a superfund site.
- H.R.7504: To require the Government Accountability Office to study and recommend a definition for workforce housing.
- H.R.7503: To expand the eligibility of properties for the Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of the Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7367: TANF Hygiene Access Act
You can track bills proposed by Michael Lawler on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Lawler.
2026 New York's 17th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $69,002,506 of spending in New York's 17th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $39,793,238 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- HMP ($12,130,902)
- CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND ($11,170,000)
- DCCC ($3,655,418)
- BATTLEGROUND NEW YORK ($3,008,999)
- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS CONGRESSIONAL FUND ($2,769,384)
The rating for this race is currently "Toss Up".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 New York's 17th congressional district election.
