Congressman Al Lawson is a committed public servant who brings a hard-working, problem-solving spirit to Congress and to the task of creating jobs, improving access to a quality education from the preschool through the post-secondary level and protecting working families. Re-elected for a third term in November 2020, Lawson represents Florida's 5th Congressional District.
Congressman Lawson has devoted more than half of his life to public service and is guided by the belief that the greatest gift an individual can give is service to their community. Lawson has served the people of Florida for 28 years in the state legislature as a member of the Florida House of Representative and the Florida Senate.
Our brave men and women who have fought for our freedom deserve to be taken care of when they return home. Congress must work to ensure our veterans are getting the help they deserve - from job training, to access to health care and education benefits, to finding affordable housing. For more information concerning work and views related to veterans, please contact our office.