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Jobs and Economic Development
Creating jobs and boosting the economy continue to be the driving force behind Paul’s actions in Congress. While the number of jobs created continues to improve each month, Congress must do more to enact policies that accelerate the pace of hiring. During the Great Recession in 2008, more than 8.2 million people lost their jobs, almost 850,000 in the month of November 2008 alone. Since then, private sector job growth has continued at a slow but steady pace. In the Capital Region, the unemployment level remains below the national average, which is stubbornly high.
Press Releases
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CONGRESSMAN TONKO ANNOUNCES CAPITAL REGION NATIVE JENNIFER SMITH AS GUEST FOR STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS
02/12/13Outlines Importance of Training Workforce of the Future With Skills Needed to Ensure United States Remains Magnet for Jobs, Manufacturing and Innovation Brings Focus to Importance of Thriving Middle Class on Long-Term Economic Growth Highlights Com
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TONKO ANNOUNCES ENERGY DEPARTMENT GRANT FOR LOCAL COMPANY
11/28/12Latham based H2Pump LLC to receive nearly $500,000 to help bring hydrogen technology to market
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TONKO ANNOUNCES ENERGY DEPARTMENT GRANT FOR LOCAL COMPANY
11/28/12Latham based H2Pump LLC to receive nearly $500,000 to help bring hydrogen technology to market
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