WASHINGTON, DC — Representatives Paul D. Tonko (NY-20), Marcy Kaptur (OH-9), Josh Riley (NY-19), Mike Lawler (NY-17) and James Moylan (GU) introduced H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act, bipartisan legislation that invests in home weatherization efforts to save low-income families hundreds of dollars on their energy bills while making homes safer, healthier, and more energy... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) — joined by Representatives Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Haley Stevens (MI-11), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), and Don Beyer (VA-8), and a total or more than 100 co-sponsors in the House — today introduced the Scientific Integrity Act, bipartisan legislation that sets clear, enforceable standards for federal agencies and federally-funded research to keep public... Read More »
ALBANY, NY — Today, Congressman Paul D. Tonko launched his inaugural “Valentines for Vets” initiative. Through this program, Congressman Tonko is inviting students and all other members of our Capital Region community to mail or drop off cards to his district offices in Albany and Saratoga Springs to deliver to local veterans and those who serve them this Valentine’s Day. “Across our nation, milli... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) released the following statement strongly opposing the Trump Administration funding freeze on all federal loans, grants, and aid: “President Trump continues to blatantly ignore the law. His sweeping pause of all federal funding will do nothing but sow chaos while threatening hundreds of billions of dollars that are absolutely essential to our commu... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) announced today that he has been newly selected to serve on the House Committee on the Budget. The committee plays a key role in determining the federal budget and outlining federal spending priorities. “I’m honored that my Democratic colleagues have selected me to serve on the House Budget Committee,” Congressman Tonko said. “While I’m ready and wi... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) released the following statement voicing his strong opposition to President Trump’s executive actions and their flagrant dismissal of American communities, rule of law, and climate change. “Yesterday, after taking the oath of office surrounded by his billionaire backers, President Trump signed a slew of executive actions that undermined long-settle... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko released the following statement ahead of the Presidential Inauguration: “As our nation pauses today to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to mark the inauguration of Donald Trump as our 47th President, I find myself, as I often am, drawn back to the teachings of Dr. King. King often spoke not only of the infinite nature of hope, but also ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Co-chairs Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) and Dave Joyce (OH-14) and Vice Co-Chairs Madeleine Dean (PA-4) and Jen Kiggans (VA-02) today announced the relaunch of the Congressional Addiction, Treatment, and Recovery (ATR) Caucus. Throughout the 119th Congress, the representatives will lead bipartisan group of legislators committed to advancing bipartisan solutions to the country’s multifacet... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) released a statement following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement: “I am heartened by this long-awaited announcement of a negotiated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This agreement will put an immediate end to the violence in Gaza and at last bring Israeli hostages home to their families after 15 agonizing months. My thanks to President Bid... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) announced today that he has been reselected to serve as Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment. Tonko will also serve on the Subcommittee on Energy, and Subcommittee on Oversight & Investigations. These appointments position Tonko, one of just a handful of engineers in Congress, to continue leading Congressional e... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) today cheered recent action from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to implement the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act — legislation championed by Tonko that was signed into law in July, 2024. As mandated by the law, HHS delegated authority to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish a Federal Advisory Council on Par... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) today released a statement below marking four years since the violent attack by insurrectionists on the U.S. Capitol building: “Four years ago today, as my colleagues and I gathered to fulfill our constitutional duty and certify the results of the 2020 presidential election, a violent mob descended on the U.S. Capitol. I’ll never forget watch... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) released this statement following the House vote to fund the government hours before a GOP shutdown that would have hurt working Americans and impeded millions this holiday season: “Thanks to Democrats, once again, we have avoided a painful shutdown. Republicans were shamed into finally taking action mere hours before the doors of government ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) today introduced the Offshore Energy Modernization Act, legislation that provides a comprehensive blueprint to ensure the long-term viability and success of U.S. offshore wind development. In 2021, President Biden announced the nation’s goal to deploy 30 gigawatts of offshore wind power by 2030. Tonko’s legislation implements critical measures... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) today shared a statement ahead of a hearing in the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary examining legalized sports gambling in the U.S. and highlighting his trailblazing legislation that, for the first time, provides nationwide consumer protections for the mobile sports gambling industry, called the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with... Read More »
