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(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), implementing critical protections and support to combat domestic violence and sexual assault. Rep. Morelle is a co-sponsor of the bipartisan legislation.
Passes legislation to enshrine Equal Rights Amendment in the Constitution and empower women with critical legal protections against discrimination
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted in support of H.J. Res. 17, which would remove the arbitrary expiration date that has prevented the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment into the Constitution. Congressman Morelle co-sponsors the resolution which would enshrine critical rights and protections for women everywhere.
Bipartisan legislation, co-sponsored by Morelle, will help prevent guns from ending up in the hands of criminals
(Washington, D.C.) – Today Congressman Joe Morelle voted to enact H.R. 8, The Bipartisan Background Checks act, and H.R. 1446, The Enhanced Background Checks Act – common-sense gun reforms that will strengthen background checks and work to keep dangerous firearms out of the hands of criminals. Rep. Morelle co-sponsors both pieces of legislation.
Includes additional direct payments to help Americans pay bills and put food on the table. Provides critical childcare relief to support struggling families
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to enact the American Rescue Plan, delivering critical investments in families, businesses, and our economy.
Votes to pass PRO Act, ensure protections for workers’ right to organize
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass the comprehensive legislation to protect every American worker’s right to organize and negotiate for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which Rep.
Introduced on International Women’s Day and during Women’s History Month, legislation celebrates the accomplishments of extraordinary women across America
March 8, 2021 (Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle led a group of colleagues in announcing the reintroduction of the National Women’s Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Act. This legislation directs the production of a commemorative coin, the proceeds of which will go towards an endowment fund to provide long-term financing for the National Women’s Hall of Fame’s operations
For the People Act delivers comprehensive anti-corruption and ethics reform measures
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass H.R.
George Floyd Justice in Policing Act includes new accountability measures to change the culture of policing, address systemic inequalities
Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to enact the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, groundbreaking legislation that takes steps to change the culture of law enforcement while addressing systemic racism and bias. In addition to co-sponsoring the legislation, Rep. Morelle also led the debate for the rule on the House floor.
Honors daughter Lauren Morelle, who battled the disease valiantly for two years
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has introduced a resolution designating today, March 3, as National Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) Awareness Day. This designation aims to foster greater public awareness and understanding of TNBC and encourage early detection and prompt treatment.
House of Representatives passes sweeping $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan. Delivers on promise to support struggling families, reinforce pandemic response, and revitalize our communities.
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to enact President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, taking steps to deliver much-needed relief to Americans and help our nation recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.