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FEMA Recovery Resources

Hurricane Sandy was an unprecedented storm that had a devastating impact on New Jersey. Residents with damaged or lost property may be eligible for federal assistance. Additionally, residents of the New Jersey counties most severely impacted by Sandy will be eligible to receive Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits to help cover the costs of food. Click here for a full list of resources.

www.disasterassistance.gov

www.fema.gov/sandy

http://www.fema.gov/disaster-recovery-centers

http://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dfd/programs/
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Congressional Award's Bronze Medal

On February 7, 2013, Congressman Sires presented Margot Camino with the Congressional Award’s Bronze Medal.

Ribbon Cutting at New Elizabeth Office

January 24, 2013-Congressman Sires at the ribbon cutting of his new Congressional District Office located at 800 Anna Street in Elizabeth, NJ. Pictured from left to right are: Councilman William Galman, Congressman Albio Sires, Councilwoman Patricia Perkins Auguste, Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, Councilman Manny Grova, and Councilman Carlos Torres.

Congressman Sires Speaks at NJPTA

On January 14, 2013 Congressman Sires spoke to the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority including Board of Trustee members and elected officials in Newark at their first annual meeting.

Hoboken Transportation Terminal with Vice President Biden

On November 18, 2012, Congressman Sires toured the Hoboken transportation terminal with Vice President Biden, Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer, Senators Lautenberg and Menendez, and New Jersey Lt. Governer Kim Guadagno. Congressman Sires spoke about rapid recovery efforts, and getting residents of the 13th District back in their homes.

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Jan 15, 2013

Jan 15, 2013
Congressman Sires urges Congress to pass a Sandy Relief Package.

Jan 4, 2013

Jan 4, 2013
Need for Action on Hurrican Sandy Funds

Dec 19, 2012

Madam Speaker, it has been nearly eight weeks since Superstorm Sandy struck our shores and devastated an entire region. Eight weeks- and Congress has yet to send a disaster assistance package to the affected states.
Dec 19, 2012
Pass Funding for Hurricane Sandy Disaster Assistance

Dec 18, 2012

Mr. Speaker, today we mourn as a nation with Newtown, Connecticut and the Sandy Hook Elementary community. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of this horrendous tragedy and their families. On Friday, 27 people, including children, had their futures stolen from them as a result of another senseless act of violence. My heart breaks for their loved ones and the community of Newtown
Dec 18, 2012
Sandy Hook Elementary Tragedy

Dec 7, 2012

Hurricane Sandy was an unprecedented storm that left a devastating impact on our communities in New Jersey- damaging homes, businesses, and leaving millions without power. Hudson, Essex, Middlesex, and Union counties, were hit particularly hard by Sandy. We have been fortunate to have a large team of federal, state, and local responders to assist in recovery efforts.
Dec 7, 2012
Recognition of Taiwan’s Support for Hurricane Sandy Victims

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Congressman Sires’ Statement on President Obama’s State of the Union Address

Feb 13, 2013 Press Release

(Washington, D.C.)- Today, Congressman Sires released the following statement in response to the President’s State of the Union speech before Congress: “Last night, President Obama laid out his the agenda before Congress to prioritize job growth and debt reduction in a responsible manner. Like the President, I believe that the strength of our economy coincides with the strength of our middle class. America is built on the principle that no matter ones lot in life, every citizen should be offered the same opportunities to thrive. To that end, I was encouraged by the President’s proposals to expand pre-school education, increase investments in job training, and raise the minimum wage.

Congressman Sires Presents Margot Camino with the Congressional Award’s Bronze Medal

Feb 8, 2013 Press Release

(Jersey City, NJ) – On February 7th, Congressman Albio Sires presented the Congressional Award’s Bronze Medal to Margot Camino of Perth Amboy, NJ. The Congressional Award, established by the United States Congress in 1979, recognizes young Americans who set and achieve goals in four key areas: personal development, physical fitness, expedition/exploration, and voluntary public service.

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