Former senator Billy Lawless, who passed away at 73, is remembered fondly by Taoiseach Simon Harris and former colleagues. Originally from Co Galway, Lawless emigrated to Chicago in the 1990s, where he became a successful businessman and served in the Seanad from 2016 to 2020. Harris praised him as a ‘gentleman to his core’ who dedicated himself to advocating for the Irish diaspora. Colleagues highlighted his significant contributions to both Irish and American politics, especially for undocumented Irish citizens. Lawless leaves behind a legacy of kindness and commitment to community.