Paul Tonko
202-225-5076
128 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515-3221
518-512-3762
706 Madison Ave
Albany, NY 12208
128 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515-3221
518-512-3762
706 Madison Ave
Albany, NY 12208
Biography
TONKO, Paul, of Amsterdam, NY; graduated Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY; Representative, New York State Assembly, 105th District, 1983-2007; Chairman, New York Assembly Standing Committee on Energy, 1992-2007.
Election Update
Rep. Tonko was elected in 2008 to serve in the 111th Congress.
Committees
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY QUESTIONNAIRE
SEA and eighteen other science organizations came together to ask the 2008 congressional candidates and winners seven questions on science and technology policy. See what Paul Tonko said:Innovation
Science and technology have been responsible for half of the growth of the American economy since World War II. But several recent reports question America’s continued leadership in these vital areas. What policies would you support to ensure that America remains the world leader in innovation?
As a trained engineer, I understand and value the role that innovation plays in our economy. After the launch of Sputnick in 1957, our country put a greater emphasis on math and science education that paid great economic dividends down the road. I believe that in order to promote an innovation economy we must take steps to foster innovation itself.
Improve Education in Math, Science and Engineering: Our students are falling far behind students in other countries when it comes to Math and Science. I believe that we must make a new committment to Math and Science education, beginning in the youngest grades. This must continue through college to graduate school, increasing the number of NSF graduate fellowships available. Such a commitment will require a significant investment in resources, but such an investment will yield tremendous economic and social benefits in the long run.
Reform Intellectual Property Procedures: The process for obtaining a patent is cumbersome and particularly onerous for the small high tech companies that are the drivers of innovation. I believe that we must reform the patent process to decrease the cost and time involved in obtaining patents.
Increase Federal funding for R&D: I believe that the key to solving our energy crisis is through innovation and conservation. The development of renewable, environmentally friendly sources will spawn a new industry employing a large "Green Collar" workforce. This industry will grow where the innovations occur, and I believe those innovations MUST occur here in the United States. Therefore, I propose a 10 year, $100 billion investment in R&D in these fields.
Improve Education in Math, Science and Engineering: Our students are falling far behind students in other countries when it comes to Math and Science. I believe that we must make a new committment to Math and Science education, beginning in the youngest grades. This must continue through college to graduate school, increasing the number of NSF graduate fellowships available. Such a commitment will require a significant investment in resources, but such an investment will yield tremendous economic and social benefits in the long run.
Reform Intellectual Property Procedures: The process for obtaining a patent is cumbersome and particularly onerous for the small high tech companies that are the drivers of innovation. I believe that we must reform the patent process to decrease the cost and time involved in obtaining patents.
Increase Federal funding for R&D: I believe that the key to solving our energy crisis is through innovation and conservation. The development of renewable, environmentally friendly sources will spawn a new industry employing a large "Green Collar" workforce. This industry will grow where the innovations occur, and I believe those innovations MUST occur here in the United States. Therefore, I propose a 10 year, $100 billion investment in R&D in these fields.
Climate Change
The Earth’s climate is changing and there is concern about the potentially adverse effects of these changes on life on the planet. What is your position on the following measures that have been proposed to address global climate change—a cap-and-trade system, a carbon tax, increased fuel-economy standards, and research? Are there other policies you would support?
The threat of global warming requires an urgent and immediate response from every country in the world, especially the United States. I believe that our strategy to combat global warming should be focused on both innovation and conservation.
1) Carbon Cap and Trade: Economists have proven that carbon cap and trade systems employ market forces to provide an incentive for companies to research, develop and implement innovative new pollution abatement techniques. When the United States implemented a cap and trade system on sulfur emissions for coal fired power plants, companies immediately began developing new sulfur scrubber technology to reduce emissions. As a result, sulfur emissions decreased dramatically, and at lower cost than expected. I believe that the same system applied to carbon emissions will lead to new technologies that dramatically reduce carbon pollution. In addition, American companies that develop the pollution abatement technologies can sell them overseas at a profit.
2) Increased CAFE standards: The recent spike in oil prices disproportionately affected American automakers whose fleets were less efficient than foreign automakers. I believe that to ensure our energy security, reduce emissions and ensure the future of the Auto industry we must act to significantly increase fleet fuel efficiency standards.
3) Develop Alternative Energy Sources: The development of the next generation of non-polluting renewable energy is inevitable. I believe that by investing in research and development of these systems, the Federal government can achieve the triple benefit of protecting the environment, securing our energy future, and developing a high tech industry here in the United States.
4) We include environmental standards in our trade agreements to ensure that by utilizing overseas factories, we arent simply exporting pollution to other parts of the world.
1) Carbon Cap and Trade: Economists have proven that carbon cap and trade systems employ market forces to provide an incentive for companies to research, develop and implement innovative new pollution abatement techniques. When the United States implemented a cap and trade system on sulfur emissions for coal fired power plants, companies immediately began developing new sulfur scrubber technology to reduce emissions. As a result, sulfur emissions decreased dramatically, and at lower cost than expected. I believe that the same system applied to carbon emissions will lead to new technologies that dramatically reduce carbon pollution. In addition, American companies that develop the pollution abatement technologies can sell them overseas at a profit.
2) Increased CAFE standards: The recent spike in oil prices disproportionately affected American automakers whose fleets were less efficient than foreign automakers. I believe that to ensure our energy security, reduce emissions and ensure the future of the Auto industry we must act to significantly increase fleet fuel efficiency standards.
3) Develop Alternative Energy Sources: The development of the next generation of non-polluting renewable energy is inevitable. I believe that by investing in research and development of these systems, the Federal government can achieve the triple benefit of protecting the environment, securing our energy future, and developing a high tech industry here in the United States.
4) We include environmental standards in our trade agreements to ensure that by utilizing overseas factories, we arent simply exporting pollution to other parts of the world.
Energy
Many scientists and policymakers say energy security and sustainability are major problems facing the United States this century. What policies would you support to meet the demand for energy while ensuring an economically and environmentally sustainable future?
To view my complete plan for a comprehensive energy policy, please visit my website at http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/issues/energy.pdf
Increased Funding for Research and Development: As I mentioned earlier, I believe the solution to our energy crisis lies in the talent of America's scientists and engineers. A cornerstone of my comprehensive energy plan is a 10 year, $100 billion investment in the research and development of clean, renewable energy sources. I believe that by partnering with this country's great institutions of higher learning, and finally providing adequate resources, we will be able to hasten the development of the energy sources of the future. As President and CEO of NYSERDA, which is the largest research and development authority in the country, I oversaw New York State's investments in renewable energy sources. I believe such investment is critical to our country's future.
Promoting National Energy Portfolio Standards: In addition to promoting research in renewable technologies, we must mandate that a percentage of energy consumed in this country come from renewable sources. I believe that we must establish a national mandate to produce 10% of our electricity from renewable sources by 2012 and 30% by 2018. As Chairman of the Energy Committee in the New York State Assembly, I sponsored legislation that enacted statewide renewable energy portfolio standards. This legislation was among the first of its kind in the nation, and serves as a model for the Federal standard.
Expanding Access to Public Transportation: This year’s spikes in energy costs have lead to a dramatic increase in the use of public transportation. By supporting an expanded and more effective public transportation infrastructure we can further cut fuel consumption.
Other elements of my plan include:Increasing the energy efficiency of buildings and homes, increased fuel efficiency standards, and making necessary improvements to the nation’s electricity grid.
Increased Funding for Research and Development: As I mentioned earlier, I believe the solution to our energy crisis lies in the talent of America's scientists and engineers. A cornerstone of my comprehensive energy plan is a 10 year, $100 billion investment in the research and development of clean, renewable energy sources. I believe that by partnering with this country's great institutions of higher learning, and finally providing adequate resources, we will be able to hasten the development of the energy sources of the future. As President and CEO of NYSERDA, which is the largest research and development authority in the country, I oversaw New York State's investments in renewable energy sources. I believe such investment is critical to our country's future.
Promoting National Energy Portfolio Standards: In addition to promoting research in renewable technologies, we must mandate that a percentage of energy consumed in this country come from renewable sources. I believe that we must establish a national mandate to produce 10% of our electricity from renewable sources by 2012 and 30% by 2018. As Chairman of the Energy Committee in the New York State Assembly, I sponsored legislation that enacted statewide renewable energy portfolio standards. This legislation was among the first of its kind in the nation, and serves as a model for the Federal standard.
Expanding Access to Public Transportation: This year’s spikes in energy costs have lead to a dramatic increase in the use of public transportation. By supporting an expanded and more effective public transportation infrastructure we can further cut fuel consumption.
Other elements of my plan include:Increasing the energy efficiency of buildings and homes, increased fuel efficiency standards, and making necessary improvements to the nation’s electricity grid.
Education
A comparison of 15-year-olds in 30 wealthy nations found that average science scores among U.S. students ranked 17th, while average U.S. math scores ranked 24th. What role do you think the federal government should play in preparing K-12 students for the science and technology driven 21st Century?
It is embarrassing that the wealthiest country in the world is failing to prepare its children for the economy of the future. I believe the Federal Government must take significant steps to improve education, especially in math and science.
As a member of the New York State Assembly Education Committee for almost 15 years, I have had a unique standpoint to observe the challenges faced by our education system. During this time, I was an early supporter of the Campaign for Fiscal Equity which advocated for a significant increase in school aid to needy districts. After a long legal and legislative battle, I helped implement the largest increase in school aid in New York State's history. I believe the federal government must make a similar commitment to education nationwide.
1) Promote Math and Science in the early grades: I believe that we can once again foster a love of math and science in our children. We must support programs that draw kids in to math and science, and teach the skills that will foster success in later years.
2) An updated High School Curriculum: We must offer more opportunities for high school students interested in math and science to excel. One achievement in my district is the Tech Valley High School, a public school that draws students from seven different counties. This school features an integrated math and science curriculum and immerses students in real-life, project based learning environment. The goal of the school is to educate the next generation of innovators for the high tech industries located in our district. I was proud to support this proj
3) Increased support for the sciences in Higher Education: Over the last several years, the number of NSF scholarships and graduate research fellowships has declined at an alarming rate. If the United States is to remain competitive in the world economy, we must dramatically increase the resources available for students to pursue higher education opportunities in Math, Science and Engineerin
As a member of the New York State Assembly Education Committee for almost 15 years, I have had a unique standpoint to observe the challenges faced by our education system. During this time, I was an early supporter of the Campaign for Fiscal Equity which advocated for a significant increase in school aid to needy districts. After a long legal and legislative battle, I helped implement the largest increase in school aid in New York State's history. I believe the federal government must make a similar commitment to education nationwide.
1) Promote Math and Science in the early grades: I believe that we can once again foster a love of math and science in our children. We must support programs that draw kids in to math and science, and teach the skills that will foster success in later years.
2) An updated High School Curriculum: We must offer more opportunities for high school students interested in math and science to excel. One achievement in my district is the Tech Valley High School, a public school that draws students from seven different counties. This school features an integrated math and science curriculum and immerses students in real-life, project based learning environment. The goal of the school is to educate the next generation of innovators for the high tech industries located in our district. I was proud to support this proj
3) Increased support for the sciences in Higher Education: Over the last several years, the number of NSF scholarships and graduate research fellowships has declined at an alarming rate. If the United States is to remain competitive in the world economy, we must dramatically increase the resources available for students to pursue higher education opportunities in Math, Science and Engineerin
Water
Thirty-nine states expect some level of water shortage over the next decade, and scientific studies suggest that a majority of our water resources are at risk. What policies would you support to meet demand for water resources?
Our water sources are being threatened by a combination of global warming, site-specific pollution and poor water usage policies. However, this is not just an American problem, water challenges will disproportionately impact poor areas around the world.
I believe that our committment to subduing global warming should be intensified by the predicted impact of global warming on our water supply. Climate models predict that temperatures will rise particularly in the Midwestern states and the southwest, threatening crops and water supplies. I believe that the United States must take a leadership position on global warming abatement.
Here at home, we must make efforts to protect our water supply from pollution. In my own district, the Hudson River is heavily polluted by PCBs and unusable as a water source. Many other water sources are being threatened by pollution. I believe the Clean Water Act must be strengthened to protect our water sources.
We must also change water use regulations. Especially in the American Southwest, water is being diverted for low priority uses, and as water sources are threatened and populations increase we must alter water distribution to meet changing needs.
There is also a potential technological solution, and I believe that investments in water treatment and distribution systems will be wise.
I believe that our committment to subduing global warming should be intensified by the predicted impact of global warming on our water supply. Climate models predict that temperatures will rise particularly in the Midwestern states and the southwest, threatening crops and water supplies. I believe that the United States must take a leadership position on global warming abatement.
Here at home, we must make efforts to protect our water supply from pollution. In my own district, the Hudson River is heavily polluted by PCBs and unusable as a water source. Many other water sources are being threatened by pollution. I believe the Clean Water Act must be strengthened to protect our water sources.
We must also change water use regulations. Especially in the American Southwest, water is being diverted for low priority uses, and as water sources are threatened and populations increase we must alter water distribution to meet changing needs.
There is also a potential technological solution, and I believe that investments in water treatment and distribution systems will be wise.
Research
For many years, Congress has recognized the importance of science and engineering research to realizing our national goals. Given that the next Congress will likely face spending constraints, what priority would you give to investment in basic research in upcoming budgets?
I believe that investments in research and development are essential to solving our energy crisis and ensuring that the American economy continues to grow and create jobs in the future. As chairman of the Energy Committee in the New York State Assembly and as the President and CEO of NYSERDA I have always promoted the research of new technologies as a solution for the challenges of the future.
Despite future budget constraints, I believe we can't afford not to make these investments. The threat of global warming, the security of our energy sources and our economic future can all be helped by making significant investments in scientific research.
If I am elected to Congress, I will advocate for increases in funding for the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health to promote research and innovation by scientists here in the U.S.
Despite future budget constraints, I believe we can't afford not to make these investments. The threat of global warming, the security of our energy sources and our economic future can all be helped by making significant investments in scientific research.
If I am elected to Congress, I will advocate for increases in funding for the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health to promote research and innovation by scientists here in the U.S.
Health
Americans are increasingly concerned with the cost, quality, and availability of health care. How do you see science, research, and technology contributing to improved health and quality of life?
The rapid development of medical technology just in the past ten years has dramatically improved prognoses and quality of life.
However, many of these new cutting edge treatments remain prohibitively expensive and out of reach for the uninsured and those living in rural areas. The high cost of these treatments also limits their use in countries overseas that have high poverty rates.
I believe that here in the United States we must implement a single payer, universally available health care program that does not discriminate based on age, health, or ability to pay. This will allow everyone to access cutting edge treatments. In addition, it will allow people to seek treatment before illnesses progress, increasing both quality of life and the cost effectiveness of the program.
However, many of these new cutting edge treatments remain prohibitively expensive and out of reach for the uninsured and those living in rural areas. The high cost of these treatments also limits their use in countries overseas that have high poverty rates.
I believe that here in the United States we must implement a single payer, universally available health care program that does not discriminate based on age, health, or ability to pay. This will allow everyone to access cutting edge treatments. In addition, it will allow people to seek treatment before illnesses progress, increasing both quality of life and the cost effectiveness of the program.
PAUL TONKO'S RECORD ON SCIENCE
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[edit] Education
- Paul Tonko is a long standing member of the New York State Assembly Education Committee. He supports reducing class sizes, universally available pre-kindergarten, and fully funding special education. He believes in better pay and training for teachers and loan forgiveness for those in math, science, and foreign language fields.[1]
- He created the New York State College Savings Program. [2]
- Educational Training
- Nothing posted to date
- Educational Funding
- Nothing posted to date
- Teaching Evolution/Intelligent Design
- Nothing posted to date
[edit] Energy
- Energy Policy
- Introduced on 5/15/2009 by Rep. Waxman and cosponsored by Rep. Markey, the American Clean Energy and Security Act (H.R. 2454) aims to create jobs, protect the environment, and increase American energy independence through new regulation of utilities and industry, as well as investment in an array of new technologies. Key provisions of this bill include: mandating that, by 2020, utilities meet 20% of their electricity demand through increased efficiency and/or renewable sources, implement new energy efficiency regulations for buildings and appliances, reduce carbon emissions from large US by more than 80% by 2050, as well as investing in new clean energy technologies and improving the energy efficiency of existing technology.
Representative Tonko voted for this bill.
- Introduced on 5/15/2009 by Rep. Waxman and cosponsored by Rep. Markey, the American Clean Energy and Security Act (H.R. 2454) aims to create jobs, protect the environment, and increase American energy independence through new regulation of utilities and industry, as well as investment in an array of new technologies. Key provisions of this bill include: mandating that, by 2020, utilities meet 20% of their electricity demand through increased efficiency and/or renewable sources, implement new energy efficiency regulations for buildings and appliances, reduce carbon emissions from large US by more than 80% by 2050, as well as investing in new clean energy technologies and improving the energy efficiency of existing technology.
- Paul Tonko is the Chairman of the Energy Committee in the New York State Assemblyand the former President/CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA.org).
- As a supporter of a 'Green Economy' and training 'Green Collar' workforce, Tonko believes that New York's Schenectady and Capital Region is poised for growth of such activity. The Working Families Party has endorsed Paul Tonko for retiring Michael McNulty's position in Congress.[3]
- Clean Coal Technology
- Nothing posted to date
- Fuel Economy Standards
- Nothing posted to date
- Nuclear Power
- Renewable Energy
- On July 9, 2009, Representative Tonko introduced H.R. 3165 Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 2009, which would authorize $800 million dollars over four years for research and development in wind energy techologies. Representative Tonko said the bill would make “the needed investment to help private industry perfect wind energy and bring those advances in technology and cost savings to market.”[4]
- See stimulus discussion under Innovation section.
[edit] Environment
- After the House failed to pass S. 22 under suspension of the rules (which requires 2/3 to vote for a provision, but does not allow any amendments), the Senate called an unrelated bill, (HR 146), to carry the omnibus land bill. The bill is a combination of over 150 public land bills and will designate over 2 million acres of land as wilderness, improve the management of currently protected land, establish new water projects, and more. Swapping the original legislation in HR 146 for the land bill was designed to make finalizing the bill in the House easy.
When HR 146 was brought to the Senate, Sen. Coburn (R-OK) introduced several amendments, though only one passed:- Amendment 682: to make it less likely that casual stone collectors would run afoul of the criminal restrictions on taking paleontological fossils from federal land (passed)
- Amendment 675: to stop federal officials from using the power of eminent domain to take land from citizens. Critics say this amendment was unnecessary as eminent domain would not be used in any lands included in the bill.
- Amendment 677: to require an annual report on the total size and cost of federal property.
- Amendment 679: to strike provisions that would block renewable-energy development on public land
- Amendment 680: to bar new construction in national parks until the Interior secretary certifies that current sites are up to date, and
- Amendment 683: to eliminate what Coburn considers to be "frivolous" projects
- The bill passed the Senate on March 19, 2009. It passed the House by a vote of 285-140 on March 25, 2009. Representative Tonko voted for this bill. It was then signed into law by President Obama on March 30, 2009.
- On January 27th, 2009, Paul Tonko announced that he joined the new Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC), an action-based caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was named as a Vice Chair for Speakers for the group. He said, "I am passionate about helping create a national energy policy around the idea that we can achieve energy independence, grow an innovation economy built around 'green collar' jobs while improving our environment. This coalition will give us a strong voice in the House as we work to make the investments that will move this nation in a new direction on energy policy." [5]
- He believes that efficiency standards (higher vehicle fuel economy standards and energy standards for residences, businesses, and industry) must be implemented to maintain a comprehensive energy policy. He also believes in expansion of public transportation. Tonko supports a carbon cap and trade system for industry to reduce demand for fossil fuels. [6]
[edit] Climate Change
- The New York League of Conversation Voters as endorsed Paul Tonko.[7]
[edit] Health
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- Introduced on March 3, 2009 by Rep. Henry Waxman (D-CA), the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (H.R. 1256) aims to increase the authority of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in regulating tobacco in America. The legislation would empower the FDA to require larger warning labels on cigarette packaging, control nicotine levels, and regulate the advertising and marketing of cigarettes. During the 110th Congress, an identical bill had passed in the House in July of 2008 but was never considered in the Senate. The current bill passed in the House on April 2, 2009 by a vote of 298-112. Representative Tonko voted for this bill. The Obama administration has released a statement in support of the bill and Senator Edward Kennedy stated that “the Senate will approve it expeditiously.”
- See stimulus discussion under Innovation section.
- Tonko believes in a single payer health insurance plan. He believes that such a plan will result in better healthcare, increased bargaining power to reduce costs, and lower property taxes.[8] * He authored "Timothy's Law", which mandates insurance coverage for mental health.[9]
- Healthcare
- After being vetoed twice by President Bush in 2007, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) (H.R. 2) bill was reintroduced in the 111th Congress on January 13, 2009. SCHIP provides a subsidy for children’s insurance for families that cannot afford private insurance yet earn too much to qualify for Medicaid. The cost of the program is funded by an increase in cigarette taxes of 62 cents per pack. The House of Representatives voted 289-139 to pass the bill on January 14, 2009. Representative Tonko voted for this bill. The Senate also passed SCHIP, and it was signed into law by President Obama on February 4, 2009.
- Embryonic Stem Cell Research
- Nothing posted to date
- Non-Embryonic Stem Cell Research
- Nothing posted to date
- Food
[edit] Innovation
- Tonko hopes to build an energy policy based on innovation and efficiency through support of scientists and engineers. If elected, Tonko states that he would push for a ten year, $100 billion alternative energy plan for federal funding. He would like to strip oil companies of their subsidies and instead promote clean energy. He proposes partnering the private sector with research universities and institutions to develop new energy technologies.[10]
- Stimulus
- On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1). This stimulus bill contains over $30 billion for energy initiatives including the Smart Grid Investment Program and advanced battery systems; $20 billion in tax incentives for renewable energy for both businesses and homes; over $8 billion for augmenting energy efficiency in federal buildings and housing programs; and $7 billion to extend broadband service to underserved communities. The Act also gives the National Science Foundation $3 billion for research; the National Institutes of Health over $10 billion for research and renovations; NASA $1 billion, a portion of which to employ more scientists; and the Department Of Energy’s Office of Science $1.6 billion for energy research. Finally, it provides $19 billion for a modernized Health Information Technology (HIT) system; $87 billion to help fund Medicaid programs; $1 billion for health prevention programs; subsidies for temporary insurance; and $19 billion for clean water and environmental restoration programs. For a more complete listing of the bill’s provisions, click here.
It passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 246-183 on February 13th and passed the Senate on February 13th. Representative Tonko voted for this bill.
- On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R. 1). This stimulus bill contains over $30 billion for energy initiatives including the Smart Grid Investment Program and advanced battery systems; $20 billion in tax incentives for renewable energy for both businesses and homes; over $8 billion for augmenting energy efficiency in federal buildings and housing programs; and $7 billion to extend broadband service to underserved communities. The Act also gives the National Science Foundation $3 billion for research; the National Institutes of Health over $10 billion for research and renovations; NASA $1 billion, a portion of which to employ more scientists; and the Department Of Energy’s Office of Science $1.6 billion for energy research. Finally, it provides $19 billion for a modernized Health Information Technology (HIT) system; $87 billion to help fund Medicaid programs; $1 billion for health prevention programs; subsidies for temporary insurance; and $19 billion for clean water and environmental restoration programs. For a more complete listing of the bill’s provisions, click here.
- COMPETES Act
- Nothing posted to date
[edit] Research and Research Management
[edit] Technology
- On March 18, 2009, Rep. Bart Gordon (D-TN) introduced the Electronic Waste Research and Development Act (HR 1580) which works to reduce the waste caused by dumping unwanted electronics and to boost awareness of how to recycle such products. The bill would fund increased research on how to separate out hazardous material from waste as well as fund grants to universities to create curriculums to help in the reduction of this waste. HR 1580 passed in the House by voice vote on April 22, 2009. Representative Tonko voted for this legislation.
- See stimulus discussion under Innovation section.
[edit] Endnotes
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/issues/education.pdf
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/?sec=issues
- ↑ http://blogs.timesunion.com/localpolitics/?p=1538
- ↑ Dloughy, Jennifer A. "Experts call for federal wind power push." Houston Chronicle 14 Jul. 2009. http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/nation/6529601.html
- ↑ http://tonko.house.gov/2009/01/rep-paul-tonko-joins-new-energy-and-environment-coalition.shtml
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/issues/energy.pdf
- ↑ http://www.nylcv.org/newsroom/releases/4016
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/issues/healthcare.pdf
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/?sec=issues
- ↑ http://www.paultonkoforcongress2008.com/issues/energy.pdf
