Thomas Suozzi — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in New York, 2026

Thomas Suozzi supports legalizing immigrants who have been in the U.S. for a decade or more, but not necessarily offering a pathway to citizenship. He expressed regret for voting to fund the Department of Homeland Security in 2026, explaining that he failed to consider it a referendum on what he described as ICE's "illegal and immoral conduct" in Minneapolis. He advocates for bipartisan immigration reform, co-chairing the Democrats for Border Security Taskforce and the Problem Solvers Caucus, aiming to achieve solutions that are both safe and fair while upholding human dignity.

““I failed to view the DHS funding vote as a referendum on the illegal and immoral conduct of ICE in Minneapolis,” Suozzi said in a statement. “I hear the anger from my constituents, and I take responsibility for that. I have long been critical of ICE’s unlawful behavior, and I must do a better job demonstrating that.” - Thomas Suozzi, NY Post, January 26, 2026”

Thomas Suozzi has supported bipartisan initiatives to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, aiming to make healthcare more affordable. He co-introduced the Bipartisan HOPE Act to prevent premium increases, enhance premium tax credits, and establish safeguards against fraud. Suozzi emphasizes collaborative efforts across parties to deliver practical solutions for healthcare costs. He also opposed legislation that would cut federal funding for various programs, including healthcare.

““The number one issue in our country is affordability. The rising price of health care is a pressing concern for Americans who want both parties to work together to deliver relief,” said Congressman Suozzi. “Time is running out for people of good faith to broker a solution. This bill is a commonsense compromise that prevents devastating premium spikes, in some cases, thousands of dollars a month. The Bipartisan HOPE Act also strengthens the premium tax credit with added safeguards against fraud and abuse, reflecting priorities shared on both sides of the aisle. Thank you to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle who were willing to sit down, negotiate in good faith, and work toward a real, practical solution for the American people.” - Congressman Suozzi, official press release from his website”

Thomas Suozzi advocates for climate action, criticizing the rollback of the 'Endangerment Finding' due to its impact on public health and the climate crisis. He has participated in legal challenges against EPA's greenhouse gas emissions rollbacks and supported funding increases for environmental initiatives such as the Navy Grumman Plume cleanup. Additionally, Suozzi secured nearly $3 million in federal grants for Long Island Sound preservation projects.

“Climate change is real,” U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi said multiple times at a news conference Tuesday, Feb. 16, just days after the federal government rescinded the 2009 “endangerment finding” that greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare.”

Thomas Suozzi strongly favors abortion rights, viewing abortion as a woman's unrestricted right. He supports public funding for abortion services. As a member of Congress, he opposed the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act (H.R. 36) in 2017, which would have prevented abortions 20 weeks after conception. He also opposed the Palmer Amendment in 2017, which aimed to prohibit funding for certain abortion providers.

Thomas Suozzi emphasizes veterans' benefits, stating his commitment to ensuring veterans and their families receive excellent healthcare and post-service economic opportunities. He also voted "Yea" on the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (H.R.9747), which provides funding for federal agencies including the Secret Service.

“Throughout his public service career, Tom has promised to 'never forget the vet.' (Tom Suozzi, from 'Tom Suozzi's 10-Point Plan' on suozziforcongress.com)”

Thomas Suozzi supported a Department of Education rule providing nondiscrimination protections in federally funded education programs, as indicated by his 'Right' vote on H.J.Res. 165. While serving as Nassau County Executive, he implemented a 'No Wrong Door' program, creating a consolidated campus to make comprehensive health and social services for K-12 students more accessible, based on his belief in addressing root causes.

Thomas Suozzi received an endorsement from Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund, which supports congressional candidates prioritizing people over the profits of the gun industry. Everytown's executive director stated the need for a Congress that represents Americans who want to live free from the constant threat of gun violence, indicating Suozzi's alignment with gun safety measures.