Albio Sires is a New Jersey political figure who currently serves as mayor of West New York. He previously served as a member of the United States House of Representatives representing New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District from 2006 to 2023. The district includes municipalities in Hudson County such as West New York, Union City, and parts of Jersey City.

Before serving in Congress, Sires held several roles in New Jersey state and local government. He served as mayor of West New York and later as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly, where he also served as speaker of the Assembly. His legislative work included issues related to transportation, housing, and urban policy.

After leaving Congress in 2023, Sires returned to municipal government and was elected mayor of West New York. His career in public service has included municipal, state, and federal leadership roles.

Political Career
• Mayor, West New York (2023-present)
• U.S. Representative, New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District (2006-2023)
• Speaker, New Jersey General Assembly (2002-2006)
• Assemblyman, New Jersey Legislative District 33 (2000-2006)
• Mayor, West New York (1995-2006)

Key Policy Areas
• Urban redevelopment and economic development
• Transportation infrastructure and regional transit
• Housing and community development
• Municipal services and local governance
• Workforce development and economic opportunity

Notable Actions / Initiatives
• Served as speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly from 2002 to 2006.
• Represented New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2006 to 2023.
• Elected mayor of West New York in 2023 after previously serving in the role earlier in his career.
• Participated in legislative initiatives related to transportation, housing, and economic development at both the state and federal levels.

Education
• Saint Peter’s University, B.A.

Personal
• Birth date: January 26, 1951
• Residence: West New York, Hudson County, New Jersey