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… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) spoke passionately at a hearing today in support of H.R. 1754: the Horseracing Integrity Act, legislation that would establish a non-governmental anti-doping authority responsible for implementing a national, uniform medication program throughout the sport. Tonko introduced the bill last year with fellow Congressional Horse Caucus co-chair Rep.… Read more »
ALBANY, NY—In light of recent reports that former National Security Advisor John Bolton witnessed President Trump draw direct connections between military aid to Ukraine and the President’s demands that the Ukrainian president announce sham investigations into his political rivals, Congressman Paul D. Tonko issued the following statement:
“The facts revealed through the House… Read more »
ALBANY, NY – Congressman Paul D. Tonko announced that two National Science Foundation (NSF) grants are being awarded to the University at Albany (UAlbany) and SUNY System Administration totaling $758,701. The UAlbany grant funds research to investigate the changing chemical process occurring within clouds in the Northeastern United States. SUNY System Administration is receiving a grant… Read more »
WASHINGTON—President Trump has signed Congressman Paul D. Tonko’s PIRATE Act into law, legislation that toughens the penalty for illegal ‘pirate’ radio broadcast signals that interfere with first responders, air traffic controllers and legitimate broadcasts.
“After years of bipartisan work, our bill to support first responders and safeguard American communities is now a matter of law,”… Read more »
ALBANY, NY—Congressman Paul D. Tonko announced this morning that four Capital Region organizations are being awarded a combined $85,000 by the National Endowment for the Arts to support their efforts to foster music, arts and culture.
“Our Capital Region heritage, culture and economy stand on the shoulders of countless local artists, innovators, visionaries, and the organizations that… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Horseracing Integrity Act (H.R. 1754), introduced last year by Congressional Horse Caucus co-chairs Representatives Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Andy Barr (R-KY), has officially received formal endorsement by a majority of the U.S. House of Representatives, with 226 Members now cosponsoring the legislation. This bipartisan bill authorizes creation of a non-governmental… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY), Chairman of the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change, and Congressman Pete Olson (R-TX) spoke at a hearing today on their bill, H.R. 5544, the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Leadership Act, bipartisan legislation supported by the U.S. manufacturing industry that would spur innovation… Read more »
WASHINGTON—The U.S. House of Representatives voted today to advance major legislation—shaped and shepherded by Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) who chairs the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Environment & Climate Change—to address the growing threat of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) often referred to as “forever chemicals.” This comprehensive package of bills,… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) announced today that the U.S. Senate has voted to approve his legislation to stiffen the penalty for illegal ‘pirate’ radio broadcast signals that interfere with first responders, air traffic controllers and legitimate broadcasts.
“Clear and safe public airwaves are easy to take for granted, but they are critical for the countless… Read more »
