Recent events
2026-04-30
Votes
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Voted nay on H.R. 7567 (Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (Farm Bill) — On Passage) on 2026-04-30: Tonko voted with 197 Democrats against the Farm Bill (224-200). He stated the bill 'fails in the most basic…
2026-02-17
Transactions
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[statement] On February 17, 2026, Tonko announced he 'secured $14,093,000 in federal funds' for 15 community projects across NY-20. His statement said: 'For two years, my team and I have pushed hard to ensure these…
2026-01-22
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Voted nay on H.R. 7147 (Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026) on 2026-01-22: Tonko was one of the most forceful Democratic voices opposing DHS/ICE funding, stating: 'ICE has terrorized and…
2026-01-22
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[vote] Tonko voted against funding the Department of Homeland Security (H.R. 7147) on January 22, 2026, stating: 'ICE has terrorized and brutalized our communities, and I will not vote to deliver another cent of…
2026-01-03
Transactions
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Quiver Quantitative estimates Tonko's net worth at $32,500 as of January 2026 — the 474th highest in Congress, one of the lowest. He reported approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets.
2025-11-12
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Voted nay on H.R. 5371 (Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 — Ending the 43-Day Government Shutdown) on 2025-11-12: Tonko was one of only 6 House Democrats to vote against ending the longest government…
2025-11-12
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[vote] On November 12, 2025, Tonko voted against ending the 43-day government shutdown (H.R. 5371), stating healthcare subsidies played a role in his Nay vote. He said: 'That's not good enough protection for the many…
2025-07-03
Votes
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Voted nay on H.R. 1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act — On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment) on 2025-07-03: Tonko voted with all 212 Democrats against the bill (218-214) and was one of its most visible critics. He…
2025-04-10
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Voted nay on H.R. 22 (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act — On Passage) on 2025-04-10: Tonko voted with all but 4 Democrats against requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration…
2025-01-07
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Voted nay on S. 5 / H.R. 29 (Laken Riley Act — On Passage) on 2025-01-07: Tonko voted with 156 Democrats against mandatory ICE detention for undocumented immigrants charged with theft (264-159). His district is 96.2%…
2024-12-31
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Top contributing organizations (2007-2024): GE Aerospace ($96,718 total — $18,718 individuals + $78,000 PAC), American Federation of State/Cnty/Munic Employees ($93,075), Machinists/Aerospace Workers Union ($90,000)…
2024-12-31
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Top contributing industries (2007-2024): Health Professionals ($972,571), Electric Utilities ($586,311), Public Sector Unions ($465,470), Retired ($459,917), Lawyers/Law Firms ($424,150).
2024-12-31
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Career (2007-2024): Raised $11,077,556; Spent $10,477,860; Cash on hand $811,660; Debts $0. Top career industry: Health Professionals ($972,571). Top career contributor: GE Aerospace ($96,718).
2024-12-31
Transactions
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2023-2024 election cycle: Raised $1,541,765; Spent $1,668,388; Cash on hand $599,502. Source of funds: 83.4% from large individual contributions, 16.6% from PACs. JStreetPAC processed $13,572 in bundled contributions…
2024-05-22
Votes
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[vote] Tonko is rated 'Strongly against crypto' by Stand With Crypto based on 1 statement and 6 votes. He voted against FIT21 (the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act) in May 2024 — a landmark…
2024-04-20
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[vote] Tonko voted to provide $60.8 billion in Ukraine military and humanitarian aid (H.R. 8035) on April 20, 2024, calling it essential to 'stand with our allies in Ukraine' and condemning Republican 'gamesmanship…
2024-04-20
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Voted yea on H.R. 8035 (Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024) on 2024-04-20: Tonko voted with all 210 Democrats to send $60.8 billion in military, humanitarian, and economic aid to Ukraine. He was a…
2023-07-14
Votes
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Voted nay on H.R. 5009 / S. 1071 (National Defense Authorization Acts — FY2024 and FY2025) on 2023-07-14: Tonko voted against both the FY2024 and FY2025 NDAAs, citing anti-LGBTQ+ provisions, restrictions on women's…
2023-07-14
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[vote] Tonko voted against the FY2024 NDAA on July 14, 2023 citing 'extreme, partisan issues that undermine national security, strip women in uniform of access to health care, and target LGBTQ+ servicemembers.' He also…
2023-01-03
Stated positions
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Tonko is an engineer by training and previously served as President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). He sits on the Energy & Commerce Committee and chairs its…
2010-09-30
Transactions
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FEC candidate committee ID: C00455830 (Paul Tonko for Congress). Tonko sponsored or co-sponsored 25 earmarks totaling $36,145,000 in fiscal year 2010, ranking 109th out of 435 representatives.
