Press Releases

Tonko on GE Announcement: Job Loss in Schenectady Direct Result of Republican House Leadership Inability to Renew Export-Import Bank

September 15, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) released the following statement after General Electric announced planned job cuts to their American plants – including hundreds in their Schenectady, New York location. GE referred to the recent expiration of the Export-Import Bank, the official export credit agency of the United States, and the need for contracts to be backed by a government creditor as the reason work on a new contract would be completed by French workers instead of Americans.

Tonko Marks 9/11 Anniversary, Backs Effort to Permanently Extend Health Programs for Heroes

September 10, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) marked the 14th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks by announcing his support for the bipartisan James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Reauthorization Act (H.R. 1786). The legislation permanently extends the Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program, which provides health care to 9/11 responders and survivors in all 50 states, including 54,226 in New York State, where almost 80% of 9/11 responders and survivors reside. Approximately 190 residents of New York's 20th Congressional District participate in the World Trade Center Health Program.

Labor Day Statement from Rep. Tonko

September 4, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) released the following statement today in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7th.

Tonko: Iran Deal Blocks Pathway to Nuclear Weapons, Makes World Safer

August 19, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Today, Congressman Paul Tonko announced he will support the recently negotiated agreement that cuts off Iran's ability to develop a nuclear weapon. The Congressman's full remarks can be found below and linked to here.

Tonko Statement on Clean Power Plan

August 3, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko released the following statement in response to today's release of the final Clean Power Plan by President Obama and EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy:

Tonko Announces Federal Funding for Albany International

July 31, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko announced today that the Albany County Airport Authority will receive $1,153,216 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to rehabilitate the terminal building at Albany International Airport. The project will fund the first of two phases to replace approximately 126,000 square feet of the terminal roof that has reached the end of its useful life.

Tonko Urges Speaker to Cancel Recess, Cites Large To-Do List for House

July 30, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) today asked Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) to cancel recess, citing an extensive list of tasks left untouched by the House Majority. The U.S. House of Representatives now stands in recess for almost six weeks until Tuesday, September 8. Tonko released the following statement in support of his request.

Tonko Requests White House Ceremony for American Pharoah

July 14, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Today, Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) sent a letter to President Barack Obama, asking the White House to hold an official ceremony honoring American Pharoah and the team that guided him on his historic Triple Crown run this year. The letter reads, in part:

Tonko Releases Statement in Response to Iran Nuclear Deal

July 14, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) released the following statement in response to the landmark deal announced by the White House to curb Iran's nuclear program.

As the Highway Trust Fund Expiration Approaches, Tonko Releases Report on Urgent Infrastructure Needs in New York

July 10, 2015 | Posted in Press Releases

Today, Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) released a Department of Transportation (DOT) report showcasing infrastructure needs in New York and highlighting the need for immediate action with only 21 days left until the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) expires on July 31st. Republican House Leadership was only able to extend the HTF for two months when it expired at the end of May, extending uncertainty for thousands of infrastructure projects and well-paying jobs across the state of New York and nationwide.

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