Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced new legislation to protect the right to privacy online. The Preventing Deepfakes of Intimate Images Act, authored by Congressman Morelle, would make illegal the non-consensual sharing of altered or “deepfake” intimate images online and create additional legal courses of action for those impacted.
(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Morelle has been nominated by incoming Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to serve as Ranking Member of the Committee on House Administration for the 118th Congress. A Ranking Member is the most senior member of a Congressional committee from the minority party.
(Washington, DC) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced legislation to restore stability to the dairy sector and lower the cost of milk for everyday families. The Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act will allow the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and dairy producers to consider proposals to adjust the federal milk pricing system, in turn reducing costs at the grocery store for consumers.
(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 and deliver critical investments in our Armed Forces and their families. Congressman Morelle helped craft this legislation during his service on the House Armed Services Committee.
(Washington, DC) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to safeguard the future of marriage equality across America. The Respect for Marriage Act ensures the right of all couples to marry whomever they love, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation, is enshrined in federal law and protected against any future attacks by the United States Supreme Court.
(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle recognized local Vietnam Veterans by presenting them with the Vietnam War Commemoration Lapel Pin in honor of their service.
(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle led community partners in calling for action to strengthen resources for individuals and families impacted by breast cancer. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and ahead of National Mammography Day, Congressman Morelle highlighted legislation he supports to strengthen prevention, screening, and treatment services for those battling cancer.
(Rochester, NY) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle highlighted action he has taken to lower costs for seniors, ensuring they have financial security and peace of mind in retirement. Congressman Morelle specifically highlighted his accomplishments to lower the cost of prescription medication and healthcare, reduce the cost of home heating, and help deliver the largest Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase in more than forty years.
(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle continued his call for action to address the scourge of gun violence in Rochester. Congressman Morelle was joined by community partners who reiterated their commitment to finding solutions and shared their frustration by the lack of political will to address this critical issue.
(Washington, DC—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced legislation to create a National Strategy on Grief and help address the growing mental health challenges many families are facing. The legislation builds on a letter Congressman Morelle sent to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in January and establishes grant programs to provide trauma-informed care targeted to those who need it most.