Speeches
September 9, 2009
Congressman Quigley spoke on the House floor, urging his fellow members to vote to reauthorize the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Act which provides care to over a half million victims of AIDS each year.
Issues:
Health Care
August 5, 2009
As one of his first acts in Congress, Quigley issued a statement calling for the repeal of the U.S. military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. An emerging national advocate for the LGBT community, Quigley has cosponsored over a dozen bills that work toward equality during his first 100 days in office.
July 24, 2009
Congressman Mike Quigley gave the following speech on the floor of the House on July 24, 2009 on the issue of expanding Health Care for women.
July 22, 2009
Congressman Mike Quigley gave the following speech today, July 22, 2009, on the House Floor on the issue of Health Care reform.
Issues:
Health Care
July 14, 2009
We cannot tacitly reward this behavior by restoring normal relations with Cuba without asking – what has Cuba done?
June 10, 2009
Green jobs are the key to economic and environmental progress in regions torn by surface and mountaintop mining and struggling economically due to the destruction of the land. These include jobs in wind, hydroelectric and bio-fuel power. These jobs will g
June 4, 2009
I strongly believe the United States should extend the Visa Waiver Program, with its enhanced program security requirements, and extend visa-free privileges to Poland – a country that has proven its steadfast dedication to the cause of freedom and f
May 19, 2009
I wish to thank President Obama for announcing new mileage standards which will reduce carbon emissions 30% by 2016 and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.