Press Releases
(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.
(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.
(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement in response to President Trump's State of the Union address.
"I am profoundly disappointed that rather than putting forth a vision to bring our country together and address the real issues facing working families, the President chose to hold a campaign rally in our nation's Capital. The President failed to use the State of the Union address to demonstrate true leadership and to articulate a clear vision for our nation. Instead, he gave the American people lip service and platitudes.
(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the names of 10 students from the 25th Congressional District who have been nominated for entry into one of our nation's prestigious and highly competitive military academies.
"Rochester is home to so many talented young people," said Rep. Morelle. "It is my honor and privilege to nominate these distinguished students for entry into our military service academies. I extend my sincere congratulations to each nominee—I know you will all go on to accomplish incredible things for our nation."
(Rochester, NY) – Today, in recognition of January as National Poverty Awareness Month, Congressman Joe Morelle announced a package of legislation he has co-sponsored to uplift families in need and help create opportunity for all people to succeed.
(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle and local partners announced $1.5 million in funding has been awarded to the All Kids Thrive program to strengthen early childhood services. This funding is awarded over three years and made available through a $40 Million Preschool Development Birth Through Five grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration of Children and Families awarded to the New York State Council on Children and Families.
(Washington, D.C.) – Following a report this week from The Children's Agenda outlining the extent of this childcare crisis in Monroe County, Rep. Joe Morelle announced his sponsorship of the Childcare for Working Families Act and recommitted to fighting for universal childcare for all families.
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Joe Morelle is urging President Trump to provide federal assistance to Puerto Rico as the island recovers from last week's devastating earthquakes.
"Puerto Ricans are American citizens—and we have a moral responsibility to do everything in our power to help provide relief to these families during their time of need," said Rep. Morelle. "That's why I'm calling on the President to approve a major disaster declaration and provide funds to help the people of Puerto Rico rebuild and recover from these devastating natural disasters."
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to protect public health and the safety of our drinking water by requiring the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to recognize and address the serious health risks posed by harmful Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS.
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted in support of bipartisan legislation to eliminate the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap and restore tax fairness for middle-class families.