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January 10, 2021 Press Release

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle renewed his call for Congress to take swift legislative action to help state and local governments cope with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through federal funding relief, Congress can help prevent cuts to essential community programs and services like education, law enforcement, and first responders.

January 7, 2021 Press Release

“Donald Trump’s actions and rhetoric demonstrate clearly that he is unfit for the office of the Presidency. Not only do they merit his impeachment, but I fully support invoking the 25th amendment to remove the clear and present danger that he presents to our nation. 

December 15, 2020 Press Release

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Morelle was joined by colleagues and stakeholders in our nation’s beer and wine industry to call on U.S.

December 3, 2020 Press Release

(Washington, D.C) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle called on U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Administration Kevin Shea to take action in addressing the presence of the Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF), an invasive species that can wreak havoc on New York’s agricultural economy.

November 24, 2020 Constituent Success Stories

In August we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary. We planned a trip to Antigua for a vow renewal ceremony on the beach and a week of relaxation with family. We overcame many challenges with our travel plans but it was one month before the trip and my husband had not received his passport renewal. Without it, the trip would need to be cancelled!

November 24, 2020 Constituent Success Stories

“The truth is that Rep. Joe Morelle and John Pellito literally saved my life!  I have a very rare genetic condition. It requires IV infusions of antibodies and other medications every three weeks over a period of two consecutive days. In January, my health insurance claim was denied for my very expensive IV treatments.

November 20, 2020 Press Release

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Joe Morelle announced that today, the House of Representatives voted to pass legislation he authored with Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) to bolster access to apprenticeships across America.

November 18, 2020 Press Release

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Morelle called on the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to address its recent decision to allow for liquefied natural gas (LNG) to travel by rail tank car through Monroe County.

November 17, 2020 Press Release

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced The Family Friendly Schools Act, legislation he introduced into the House of Representatives to examine how we can better align students’ schedules with that of their parent or guardian to improve educational and social outcomes, particularly for low-income families.

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