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WASHINGTON—Congressman Paul D. Tonko and fellow House Democrats unveiled their new framework today for a five-year, $760 billion investment to repair and upgrade the nation’s critical infrastructure. The plan includes measures to clear the massive maintenance backlog, design safer streets, increase climate resiliency and put the U.S. on a path toward zero carbon pollution from transportation. In ... Read more »

ALBANY—Congressman Paul D. Tonko announced today that the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) and Albany International Airport have been awarded a combined $3,638,140.00 in grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). “Quality, effective transportation infrastructure is a vital part of the work we do growing our economy, creating job opportunities and improving life in... Read more »

Rep. Tonko applauded the awards, saying “Improving the Capital Region’s world-class aviation facilities offers immediate and long-term economic benefits in the form of increased tourism, business activity and commercial development. These specific improvements will help to ensure that passengers coming to our region are able to do so safely. I am pleased that the U.S. Department of Transportation has recognized the importance of maintaining these vital commercial hubs for our region.” - Rep. Paul Tonko Read more »

“Our nation’s railways remain one of the safest and most energy efficient ways to travel, but recent passenger rail incidents on Northeast rail lines highlight the need to keep these systems updated with the latest proven safety technologies. Positive Train Control saves lives, plain and simple. It is long overdue. I am glad to have advocated for this funding and technology to be brought back to New York to ensure our leisure and business travelers, as well as Amtrak workers and general public, are kept safe.” - Rep. Paul Tonko Read more »