Uplifting Our Families
(Rochester, N.Y.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle (D, NY-25) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) announced action to combat summer learning loss—which is especially prevalent in low-income communities. Their legislation, the Summer Meals and Learning Act, establishes a grant program to keep school libraries open that serve as summer meal sites, helping to close the achievement gap.
(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle took action to uplift the people of Rochester, deliver critical resources for programs families rely on, and fully fund the federal government for the remainder of this fiscal year. His vote to pass the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 marks the second time this month he has supported legislation containing funding for the federal government.
(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle recognized National Working Moms Day by outlining actions he is taking to ease the burden on parents—particularly by expanding access to affordable childcare.
(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, a critical step towards fully funding the federal government and investing in the programs and services that support families across the United States.
(Washington, DC) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle (D-NY) and Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-NY) announced introduction of the Hunger Clearinghouse Enhancement Act of 2023 to reduce food insecurity for families across the nation. The legislation would increase funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Hunger Clearinghouse Hotline to improve access to food assistance, nutrition, and social services information for families in need. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) has introduced the Senate companion bill.
(Rochester, NY)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle joined the Lily Café Friendsgiving Celebration to discuss the steps seniors can take to avoid falling victim to holiday scams.
(Rochester, NY)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced New York was awarded more than $360 million in federal funding to assist local families ahead of the winter season through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Applications will be available online November 1st.
(Rochester, N.Y.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle highlighted tax incentives and other benefits available for individuals and families from the Inflation Reduction Act—legislation he helped pass last year.
(Rochester, N.Y.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle welcomed United States Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Adrianne Todman to tour Edna Craven Estates and discuss efforts to combat the housing crisis by increasing affordability and availability.
(Rochester, NY)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle joined local families and advocates to announce action he is taking to address the childcare crisis and expand access to quality, affordable care. Without immediate action, over 250,000 children could lose their childcare programs in New York when emergency funding expires on September 30.