Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Paul Tonko is committed to giving everyone who wants to cast a legal vote more opportunity to do so. He opposes restrictions such as fewer early voting days or polling places, shorter polling hours, and additional hurdles to mail-in voting.
Context: The statement does not specify a particular bill or the voting rules he would enact.
Paul Tonko supports securing funding for science and establishing clear climate policies. He connects these priorities with clean energy and continued technological innovation.
Context: The statement does not specify funding levels or particular climate policies.
Paul Tonko calls for long-ignored and underserved communities to have the same opportunities for long-term success as other neighborhoods. He says access should not differ by race or gender.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Paul Tonko is committed to protecting workers’ rights to collectively bargain and form unions. He also calls for investment in workforce development, living wages at all levels, and access to skill-development programs.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Paul Tonko supports keeping the Affordable Care Act’s provisions that work while fixing parts that do not. He frames affordable health care as important to quality of life in the Capital Region and to small businesses competing globally.
Context: The stated position does not identify specific ACA provisions or proposed changes.