On the recordJanuary 9, 2020
I claim the time in opposition to the amendment, although I do not intend to oppose the amendment. The CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
Paul Tonko: “I claim the time in opposition to the amendment, although I do not intend to oppose the amendment. The CHAIR. Without…”
Share
More from Paul Tonko
Apr 23, 2026
it is a bittersweet moment as I rise today to honor my deputy chief of staff and legislative director, Emily Duhovny Silverberg. Born in the Bronx and raised in New Jersey, Emily joined my office in 2012 as an intern and will leave Capitol…
Dec 10, 2024
I believe that leaves the individual of focus this evening, the chairwoman of the Energy and Commerce Committee. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentlewoman from Washington (Mrs. Rodgers).
Dec 18, 2025
Mr. Speaker, this bill is the latest in a long line of cruel and calculated Republican actions to erase and endanger LGBTQ+ people, especially trans youth, by using fear as a political weapon. Let's be clear. Kids trying to live…
Feb 25, 2025
It was quite remarkable to go back home to New York's 20th District last week after spending 12 hours moving this monstrosity through the Budget Committee. Everywhere I went folks were imploring me, begging and pleading, to stand up to…
Other voices in this conversation
