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March 14, 2020

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to bolster federal response to the coronavirus outbreak and address its severe impacts on American families.

Issues:COVID-19
March 10, 2020

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, in light of the risk posed by Coronavirus, Congressman Joe Morelle co-sponsored comprehensive legislation to ensure all workers across America have paid sick days, effective immediately.

Issues:COVID-19
March 4, 2020

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted for a comprehensive $8.3 billion supplemental appropriations bill to address the Coronavirus (COVID-19) public health crisis. This emergency funding includes support for vaccine development, aid for state and local governments and health agencies, and assistance for affected small businesses.

Issues:COVID-19
March 3, 2020

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that $830,000 in funding has been awarded to local organizations to support affordable housing initiatives in Rochester.

March 2, 2020

Today, Congressman Joe Morelle joined children and families throughout the country in celebrating Read Across America Day.

February 18, 2020

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle called on the Social Security Administration (SSA) to address deficiencies in customer service that have led to significant economic and emotional hardship for residents of Monroe County and across the nation. In addition, Rep.

February 13, 2020

(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle sent the attached letter urging Melinda Gates to select Rochester, New York as the next Gender Equality in Tech (GET) Cities investment. Recently, Ms. Gates announced that Pivotal Ventures would select three U.S. cities to receive $50 million in an initiative to elevate women in technology.

February 13, 2020

(Rochester, NY) - Congressman Joe Morelle joined Congressman Anthony Brindisi and Congressman John Katko in calling on the International Join Commission to maintain outflows above the recommendations of Plan 2014 until at least April 15, 2020.

February 10, 2020

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement in response to President's Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request.

"A budget is a statement of priorities – and it's clear from his proposed budget that this President simply does not understand or prioritize the needs of everyday families.

February 5, 2020

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement in response to President Trump's State of the Union address.