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Back to EpisodesThe Westchester Brief | 02.26.26: Lawler's Housing Bills & PFAS Threat
Description
Rep. Mike Lawler introduces three housing bills—including the Superfund Area Facts and Exposure Act targeting homes near contaminated sites like the Amawalk Reservoir.
IN THIS EPISODE:
0:00 Cold Open: Lawler's housing agenda
0:20 H.R. 7597, 7596, 7595 explained
2:15 PFAS contamination & Granite Pointe development
4:00 Political context & June primary
4:45 Essential Plan coverage cliff (July 1)
5:15 SALT deduction cap increase to $40,400
5:45 Tariff costs vs. tax cut benefits
6:15 Closing & subscribe on YouTube
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