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Paul Tonko: I share their commitment and look forward to working with all of our Members to make sure the 117th Congress isn't…

On the recordApril 14, 2021
I share their commitment and look forward to working with all of our Members to make sure the 117th Congress isn't merely a Congress for climate action, but a Congress for just and equitable climate action.
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Paul Tonko
Democratic · New York

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Tonko emphasizes the need for equitable climate action in Congress.

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