Lawler and Gottheimer propose bipartisan housing bills to improve affordability for middle-class families and first responders.
Quiver AI Summary
Introduction of Housing Bills: Representatives Mike Lawler and Josh Gottheimer have introduced two bipartisan bills aimed at improving housing affordability for middle-class families and first responders. These bills target those who earn too much for traditional affordable housing programs yet struggle to afford housing in their communities, especially in high-cost areas.
Key Provisions of the Bills: The "Housing for America’s Middle Class Act" directs the Government Accountability Office to study income criteria for "workforce housing." The "Housing for Heroes Act" expands a program allowing first responders and military personnel to purchase HUD-owned properties at a 50% discount, promoting homeownership stability.
Statements from Lawmakers: Congressman Lawler emphasized the pressing housing challenges faced by middle-class families, citing the need for modernized housing policies. Congressman Gottheimer echoed this sentiment, asserting that affordability must be prioritized for hard-working families and first responders.
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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 $178.0K, as of February 20th, 2026. This is the 447th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Lawler has approximately $87.0K 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".
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