Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-21) joined his colleagues on the Congressional Dairy Caucus in an hour-long meeting Thursday afternoon with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, asking for immediate action from the Department of Agriculture to blunt the effects of the sharp downturn in the economy, which have been nearly catastrophic for many medium and small dairy farms throughout the 21st… Read more »
U.S. Representative Paul Tonko (NY-21) voted today in favor of a bill that would protect seniors from unfair increases that could hit their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. The Medicare Premium Fairness Act will protect 4 million new enrollees and retirees, as well as cash strapped state budgets which cover premiums for 7-million low-income seniors.“We need to keep health care… Read more »
U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko welcomed President Barack Obama to the 21st Congressional District Monday, calling the president's address to students and community leaders at Hudson Valley Community College a terrific opportunity to show off how the region has earned a national reputation as a leader in advanced technology and clean energy development. “I am thrilled that the… Read more »
Congressmen Paul Tonko (NY-21) and Scott Murphy (NY-20) announced that President Obama will visit Hudson Valley Community College at 11:00 AM, Monday, September, 21st. Several months ago the Congressmen requested that the President visit the region to highlight hi-tech job creation in Upstate New York.“I share the President’s vision of building and growing an innovation… Read more »
Rep. Paul D. Tonko (NY-21) issued the following statement commemorating the tragic events of September 11, 2001.“Today we take a moment to stop and remember those who lost their lives on 9/11,” said Rep. Paul Tonko. “Whether it was a loved one, family friend, neighbor, or stranger, we honor and remember those who fell victim to this tragic attack.” … Read more »
The U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday passed the Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 2009, a bill that would authorize a comprehensive program to improve the efficiency, reliability and cost effectiveness of domestic wind energy systems. The House bill (H.R. 3165) was sponsored by Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY 21) and passed with bipartisan support in a voice vote.“This bill… Read more »
Congressman Paul Tonko has announced the following public event to discuss health care reform with constituents: Health Care Town HallWHEN: Tuesday, August 25th, 530pWHERE: Elm Ave. Park, Large Pavilion, 261 Elm Ave. Delmar### Read more »
Rep. Paul Tonko (NY-21) announced Wednesday that he has joined the revived Congressional Dairy Farmers Caucus to help advocate on behalf of dairy farmers, who are struggling to stay afloat in the face of weak demand and oversupply, which has pushed the wholesale price of dairy products well below the cost to produce them.“I cannot tell you how many times, since taking office in… Read more »
The House Science and Technology Committee today voted to approve two research and development bills introduced and sponsored by Rep. Paul Tonko (NY-21). The Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 2009, and a bill that would create a natural gas turbine research, development and demonstration program would both leverage public investment and private research to maximize energy… Read more »
Rep. Paul Tonko (NY-21) announced today that Albany, Schenectady and Troy will receive nearly $5 million in grants through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to put more police officers on city streets. The grants will be administered by the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) through the Agency’s COPS Hiring Recovery Program.The… Read more »
