Press Releases

(Washington, DC) - Today, Rep. Joe Morelle announced the House of Representatives has passed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act—bipartisan legislation he sponsored to bolster and protect retirement savings.  

(Washington, DC) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has introduced the Hunger Clearinghouse Enhancement Act of 2022 to reduce food insecurity for families across the nation. The legislation would increase funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Hunger Clearinghouse Hotline to improve access to food assistance, nutrition, and social services information for families in need.

(Rochester, NY) - Today, Congressman Joe Morelle joined with local advocates at Willow Domestic Violence Center to recognize Women’s History Month. Rep. Morelle highlighted a comprehensive package of legislation he sponsors to support women’s rights and pushed for continued action to advance women’s rights.

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Morelle together with Senator Schumer and Senator Gillibrand announced the delivery of $750,000 for Foodlink, a critical local organization dedicated to ending hunger and building healthy communities throughout the Rochester region. With this funding, Foodlink will be able to cover the costs of a much-needed refrigerator expansion that will allow them to stock more fresh produce and better meet the growing needs of our community.

(Rochester, NY)—Today, Congressman Morelle announced nearly $14 million in federal funding has helped Monroe County schools and libraries bridge the digital divide and provide reliable internet access to families. The Emergency Connectivity Fund program—which Rep. Morelle voted to enact last year as a part of the American Rescue Plan—supports local schools and libraries and ensures students can access the internet from home without logistical or financial burden.

(Rochester, NY) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced his sponsorship of the American Families Act, critical legislation that will cut costs for families by making the expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC) permanent. Rep. Morelle was joined by community partners who recognize the important role the Child Tax Credit has played in uplifting struggling families.

(Washington, DC) — Today, Congressman Morelle called for federal action to support the many vulnerable orphans in Ukraine who have been displaced amidst the Russia-Ukraine crisis. These children and families are in various stages of the adoption process and now face an uncertain future.

(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle took new action to support the people of Ukraine and further punish Vladimir Putin. The package of legislation passed today in the House of Representatives provides $13.6 Billion in critical humanitarian and military aid to Ukraine while also taking drastic steps to hinder Putin and the Russian economy.