United States Representative Directory

Thomas Joseph Downey

Thomas Joseph Downey served as a representative for New York (1975-1993).

Democratic
New York
District 2
Former

New York

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State New York

Representing constituents across the New York delegation.

District District 2

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1975-1993

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Thomas Joseph Downey served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1975 to 1993. A member of the Democratic Party, Thomas Joseph Downey contributed to the legislative process during 9 terms in office.

Thomas Joseph Downey’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Thomas Joseph Downey participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Thomas Joseph Downey (born January 28, 1949) is an American attorney, lobbyist and former politician who served as a U.S. Representative for New York’s 2nd congressional district from 1975 to 1993.