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October 20, 2021

(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to deliver $1.75 billion in federal funding to stem the tide of opioid abuse in our community and address social determinants of addiction by voting to fund state opioid response programs.

October 18, 2021

(Rochester, N.Y.) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement on the passing of former Secretary of State Colin Powell:

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October 15, 2021

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced his action to combat the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) that threatens the livelihood of America's farmers, wine makers, brewers, and many other critically important industries.

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October 8, 2021

(Rochester, NY) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the University of Rochester will receive a nearly $1 million Federal Communications Commission (FCC) grant to expand their telehealth services. 72 healthcare providers received these FCC Telehealth grants nationwide as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Rep.

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October 8, 2021

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle took action to address the dangerous TikTok trends affecting local school districts.

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October 7, 2021

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle reiterated his support for bold, comprehensive federal action to reduce America's carbon emissions, invest in critical climate infrastructure, and curb the damaging effects of climate change across the nation. Rep.

September 25, 2021

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle was joined by local advocates and elected officials at Susan B. Anthony Square to announce action he has taken to protect and strengthen women's healthcare by passing the Women's Health Protection Act. The bill, which Rep.

September 24, 2021

As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I'm committed to ensuring our military has the top-of-the-line technology they need to execute successful missions and keep Americans safe.

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September 24, 2021

(Rochester, NY) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced legislation to protect investments in America's manufacturing sector. The Permanently Preserving America's Investment in Manufacturing Act makes a technical change to the U.S. Tax Code allowing businesses to continue deducting interest expense.

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September 23, 2021

(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022. Congressman Morelle helped craft this critical legislation as a member of the House Armed Services Committee.