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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

I’ve fought for years to improve access to mental health and addiction treatment – and I’ve seen what happens when we fail to provide help. That’s why I’m leading the charge in Congress to tackle the rise of problem gambling in America. Read more here: tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Great to be at Hudson Valley Community College with @reprileyny.bsky.social yesterday to speak with the Rensselaer County Chamber of Commerce and to stop by HVCC’s Career Jam event!

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Republicans’ latest cuts to SNAP are making life even harder for American families already struggling with rising grocery costs. Read my latest newsletter to learn more about these cuts and what I’m doing to stop them: tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Proud to be part of the successful push to restore this lifesaving support line! So grateful to all who joined us in this effort to ensure our LGBTQ+ youth have the resources they need and deserve.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Trump: “We have the BEST FINANCIAL NUMBERS EVER” Meanwhile, gas and diesel prices:

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

When we return to Washington, Congress must be armed with a plan of action to meaningfully respond to this cost-of-living crisis and to deliver for the American people. Read my latest newsletter for more on my push to do just that. tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

New Yorkers are being forced to pay over $5,500 more for necessities since Trump took office. From cutting massively to Medicaid, to imposing reckless tariffs, to a 7 month war with Iran—Trump's actions are making life harder and more expensive for Americans.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I’m ready to get back to work, Speaker Johnson. Are you?

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

My visit to ICE's detention center in Batavia last month left me with more questions than answers about the treatment of detainees & operations. That's why I sent a letter to ICE and facility leadership demanding information, transparency, and a halt to the recently announced center expansion.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I’m proud to announce that the 2026 NY20 Congressional App Challenge is now open! The Challenge is open to middle and high school students in NY-20 with all levels of coding experience. If you or someone you know is interested, click below to learn more! #Congress4CS tonko.house.gov/constituent-...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

While Republicans sent us home early from Washington claiming a job well done, countless Americans continue to struggle with rising costs. I’ll keep fighting to address the affordability crisis, including taking action to lower energy costs. Read more here: tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Access to safe, clean drinking water is a necessity, not a luxury. Yet, EPA is considering rolling back more safety standards that protect people from cancer-causing PFAS, known as ‘forever chemicals.’ It's shameful. I stood with advocates to fight this move and protect our drinking water.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Investing in people & workers always pays off. That’s why I introduced the Good Energy Jobs Act this week, a bill that establishes strong labor standards & drives community development. Proud to be joined by Sen. Heinrich, Rep. Budzinski, and many labor & environmental groups pushing for this bill.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Congress shouldn’t go home until we rein in AI. We can’t afford to wait for a disaster caused by AI before we do something. Trump, House Speaker Johnson, and Republican leadership can’t just bury their heads in the sand and ignore this issue as a so-called ‘hoax.’ We need action now.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Tick season is getting worse each year, & with it, tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease. Congress just took action to address this threat by passing the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act, legislation I co-led in the House that funds research & protects public health against tick-borne diseases.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Tonight, landmarks across the world will glow green for International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day. Myotonic dystrophy is the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, and I’ve been proud to support the UAlbany RNA Institute’s efforts to develop treatments.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Trump's illegal attempt to restrict mail-in-voting FAILED. While this administration continues to attack the fundamental right to vote, it is more important than ever to make your voice heard in our elections.

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Supreme Court Blocks Trump Administration Plan to Screen Mail-In Ballots

The Trump administration had asked the justices to allow a new Postal Service plan to screen ballots just weeks before the midterm elections.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

If you or someone you know is interested in attending a service academy, you can click below to learn more about requirements and how to apply for a nomination from my office. Applications are due October 31st. tonko.house.gov/constituent-...

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Academy Nominations | U.S. Representative Paul Tonko

Thank you for your interest in the U.S. Service Academies. As your Congressional Representative, each year I have the privilege of nominating a limited number of people to four of the five service aca...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Each year, I have the honor of nominating a group of exceptional students from our Capital Region to serve our country by attending one of our nation’s service academies. Today, I’m proud to announce that this year’s academy nomination process is now open!

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Across our Capital Region, communities are stepping up to support each other in challenging times – from expanding mental health services and improving access to care to honoring the spirit of service that brings us together. Read more here: tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, I visited the American Red Cross’s 9/11 Day of Remembrance Blood Drive at Albany Capital Center, where I joined many members of our community who lined up to donate blood in commemoration of the lives we lost and the heroes who served on that tragic day 25 years ago.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

For the survivors, victims, & their families, we will never forget.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

25 years ago today, our nation experienced one of its darkest moments in history. We remember the thousands who died on September 11th and we honor the first responders who were a beacon of light in that darkness—bravely running into danger to save loved ones and strangers alike.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Rather than advertising this fake plan that would blow an even bigger hole in the deficit, Trump could end his war with Iran and invest in social safety net programs like Medicaid & SNAP. But he won't—because he would rather line his own pockets than anyone else's.

cnbc.com

Trump’s proposed $5,000 election dividend checks could fuel inflation, economists say

Economists say President Donald Trump’s promise of a $5,000 "dividend" check could stoke inflation, further straining household finances in the long run.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I was proud to secure more than $2.3 million in federal funding through the Community Project Funding (CPF) process to help make this program possible, and I’m eager to see the role it will play in helping local residents access the resources they need to transform their lives.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

By offering wellness programming, educational opportunities, and meaningful social connections for community members recovering from serious mental illnesses – regardless of income or insurance status – this program will make high-quality care accessible to all.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today, I was thrilled to be in Saratoga Springs to celebrate the opening of RISE’s new Homebase Clubhouse, an innovative program that will provide mental health recovery services and inclusive programming and serve as a model for similar programs in our region and beyond.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

As the Trump administration’s drastic healthcare cuts and other cruel policies make life unaffordable for millions of American families, this innovative clinic provides a model for ensuring working people can get the care they need.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This morning, I visited UA Local 7’s recently opened clinic in Latham that offers high-quality, no-cost healthcare to union members and their families - showing how labor is leading the way in providing the resources working families need to navigate the affordability crisis.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This Labor Day, we express our gratitude for the working men and women who drive our nation forward. We celebrate the achievements of the labor movement and the resilience of workers everywhere. Happy Labor Day!

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

This Labor Day weekend, as we honor the contributions of the hardworking people who keep our country moving every day, we must also commit to taking action to better the lives of the millions of workers struggling under the weight of Trump’s policies. Read more: tonko.house.gov/news/email/s...

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Science is under attack from this administration & a proposal changing how researchers receive funding would further erode public science. I'm calling for the National Science Foundation to reverse this plan to ensure we don't lose a generation of researchers & the discoveries they could make.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

My grandparents—immigrants from Poland—believed passionately in the American dream. With their brutal crackdown, this administration is traumatizing generations of immigrants & their families and extinguishing that dream for so many. 1/2

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We're now 6 months into Trump's war with Iran that he claimed would last 6 weeks. While the president rakes in millions from oil stocks—Americans are paying hundreds more for gas, groceries & other necessities. Enough. Taxpayer dollars need to go towards lowering costs, not endless foreign wars.

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Live Updates: Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight

President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Great to be in Watervliet last night to speak with residents about their concerns with the rising cost of living here in our region and beyond. The stories I heard will fill my voice as I return to Washington to fight for Democrats’ agenda to build an America families can afford.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I’m grateful to all the Capital Region residents and housing organizations who joined us last night, and I look forward to continuing my fight to secure safe, affordable housing for every American.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

With the rising cost of housing accelerating our nation’s affordability crisis, I’m committed to ensuring that every family across our nation has access to affordable housing – including through measures like the recently passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Last night, I was proud to bring together more than 30 local housing organizations to host a Capital Region Housing Expo and help my constituents understand and navigate today’s housing landscape and find resources to secure safe, stable, and affordable housing.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

No kid should be turned away from a publicly-funded preschool program because of who they or their parents are. I joined the Equality Caucus to urge SCOTUS to uphold the decades of progress made in the fight for equality & to reject efforts for new religious exemptions to nondiscrimination laws.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

RSVP is required to attend this event, so if you’re interested in connecting with 30+ local housing organizations to learn about resources for homeownership and rental assistance, click the link below to sign up today! www.eventbrite.com/e/congressma...

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Congressman Tonko's Capital Region Housing Expo

Join Congressman Tonko's Capital Region Housing Expo to help residents access safe, stable, and affordable housing.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

REMINDER: I’m hosting a Capital Region Housing Expo TOMORROW, Tuesday, August 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at SUNY Schenectady County Community College to help you get the information you need to secure safe, stable, and affordable housing.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

So grateful to leadership and staff at the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center (MACSC) for letting me stop by their summer camp! Programs like these offering affordable, safe, and fun childcare bring support to workers, peace of mind to parents, and joy to kids. It's a win-win-win.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

RSVP is required to attend this event, and doors will open for security screening at 5:00 PM. If you’re interested in attending and connecting with more than 20 local housing organizations, click the link below to secure your spot today! www.eventbrite.com/e/congressma...

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Congressman Tonko's Capital Region Housing Expo

Join Congressman Tonko's Capital Region Housing Expo to help residents access safe, stable, and affordable housing.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

As that legislation comes into effect, I want to make sure you have the information you need to navigate today’s housing landscape, connect with local organizations, and access resources that support safe, stable, and affordable housing for all in our communities.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

This summer, Congress passed the first major housing legislation in a generation — the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act — that will take critical steps to ensure hardworking families are able to buy a home and live out their American dream.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

One of the main drivers of our nation’s growing affordability crisis is the rising cost of housing. That’s why I’m hosting a Capital Region Housing Expo on Tuesday, August 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at SUNY Schenectady County Community College to help you get the resources you need.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I was thrilled to be joined today by parents, childcare providers, and educators to highlight the difference this legislation will make in the lives of American families, and I’ll continue pushing forcefully for action to bring high-quality, affordable childcare to all.

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Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

With rising childcare costs hurting countless families here in our region and beyond, this legislation will ensure that no family pays more than 7% of their household income for childcare, while half of all families nationwide would have their costs capped at $10 a day.

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