Press Releases
(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today Congressman Joe Morelle announced the names of 21 students who have been nominated for entry into our nation’s prestigious military academies.
Innovation Centers Acceleration Act compliments Biden Administration proposal outlined in American Jobs Plan
(Washington, DC) – Today, U.S. Representatives Joe Morelle, Suzan DelBene, Terri Sewell, and Senator Chris Coons announced joint legislation to invest in innovation, strengthen economic resiliency, and create new job opportunities to help America recover from the impacts of COVID-19.
Federal Trade Commission estimates over $406 million lost to fraud during the pandemic
April 20, 2021 (Washington, DC)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the passage of critical legislation aimed at protecting older Americans from scams and other fraudulent tactics.
Closing the pay gap is a particular imperative during the pandemic and economic crisis, which have worsened economic disparities
April 15, 2021 (Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle took action to ensure equal pay for equal work for all Americans by passing H.R. 7, the Paycheck Fairness Act. Rep. Morelle is an original co-sponsor of the legislation.
Grant will support DeafTEC Ready pilot program to equip deaf and hard-of-hearing students with skills to succeed in the workforce
April 14, 2021 (Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that $470,000 in funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) has been awarded to Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). RIT is the home of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), the first and largest technological college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in the world.
Details opportunities for thousands of dollars in additional monetary support for individuals, available through the American Rescue Plan
April 13, 2021 (Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that New Yorkers can now receive additional financial assistance through programs included in the American Rescue Plan. Recently passed into law, this package includes several measures to aid in economic recovery for individuals and families across our community.
Funding will be used to support software startups in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region and engage student talent from local universities
April 7, 2021 (Rochester, NY) –Today, Congressman Joe Morelle, Senator Chuck Schumer, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced that NextCorps has been awarded a grant through the Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) Scaling Pandemic Resilience Through Innovation and Technology (SPRINT) Challenge.
Morelle reintroduces HOPE Act to break down barriers that prevent individuals from accessing the benefits and resources they need, especially during COVID-19 crisis
April 6, 2021 (Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle reintroduced and reiterated the need for comprehensive legislation to help low-income individuals and families more easily access the benefits and social services they rely on. The HOPE Act, which Rep.
Co-sponsors Healthy Families Act, helps fight COVID-19 pandemic by providing workers with flexibility to stay home when sick without fear of losing a paycheck
March 30, 2021 (Rochester, NY) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced his co-sponsorship of legislation to ensure all workers across America have paid sick days. The Healthy Families Act creates a national standard that would allow workers in businesses with 15 or more employees to earn up to seven job-protected paid sick days each year.
Funding allocated as part of American Rescue Plan will help expand COVID-19 vaccinations, testing, and treatment for underserved communities in Monroe County
March 25, 2021 (Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced nearly $25 million in funding for local community health centers to help ensure COVID-19 vaccinations reach every community. The funding, allocated by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of the American Rescue Plan, will support Anthony L.