Floor Statements

Progress of our Economy

Sep 24, 2009 Floor Statement

Opening Statement for Hudson River Air Space Aviation Hearing

Sep 16, 2009 Floor Statement

Chairman,

Thank you for allowing me to participate in today’s hearing.

H.Res. 57, the Importance of Swimming Lessons for Children

Sep 14, 2009 Floor Statement

Madam Speaker,

Congressman Sires Commemorates 9/11

Sep 9, 2009 Floor Statement

Mr. Speaker,

I rise today in support of the resolution expressing the sense of the House regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001. As the district I represent sits across from downtown Manhattan, my constituents and I are faced with a constant visual reminder of that day’s tragic events.

Commemorating 9/11

Sep 9, 2009 Floor Statement

Post Office Closing Testimony

Jul 31, 2009 Floor Statement

Testimony of Congressman Albio Sires before the

House Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service, and the District of Columbia

Making Sense of It All: An Examination of USPS’ Station and Branch Optimization Initiative and Delivery Route Adjustments

July 30, 2009

One Minute Speech on Job Recovery

Jul 29, 2009 Floor Statement

The Need for Transportation Reauthorization

Jul 16, 2009 Floor Statement

Mr. Speaker,

Currently, highway connections are worsening, ports are clogged, rail lines are plagued with chokepoints, and our communities are suffering with increased congestion, ever-worsening air pollution, and a struggling economy. We must act now to address these critical infrastructure issues and bring aid to our communities.