Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) --
"After months of negotiations, I am grateful that we were able to reach bipartisan consensus on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement that ensures fair trade practices, implements critical protections for workers, eliminates giveaways to the pharmaceutical industry, and takes necessary steps to safeguard our environment. We made a promise to the American people that we would not move forward with an agreement unless it contained significant improvements and robust enforcement mechanisms—and that is exactly what we have delivered.
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement:
"Over the past few months, we have heard testimony from experts and public servants on the alarming allegations facing the president. Regrettably, it has become clear: President Trump has abused the powers of his public office, leveraged a foreign government for political benefit, and obstructed Congressional oversight of his conduct.
"That is why today, I cast my vote to impeach President Trump.
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted in support of two robust, bipartisan Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 appropriations packages that invests in the future of America's hardworking families. The packages, H.R. 1865 and H.R. 1158, comprise all 12 FY 2020 funding bills.
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle released a letter (attached) sent to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy urging action to end the predatory practice of surprise billing that leaves patients with massive, unexpected charges after receiving emergency medical care. In the letter, Rep. Morelle led a group of 43 bipartisan colleagues to push for the use of a meaningful independent dispute resolution system to take patients out of the middle and ensure a fair outcome.
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act, to strengthen voting rights for all Americans and combat voter discrimination. The legislation, which Rep. Morelle co-sponsors, restores the full protections of the original Voting Rights Act of 1965 and includes updates that respond to the unique challenges of today's voting process.
(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement in response to today's announcement from the United States Department of Agriculture that the Trump Administration has finalized a new rule tightening restrictions on the eligibility of vulnerable adults for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle released a letter (attached) calling on the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) to take action to ensure accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing passengers.
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the introduction of legislation to address the climate crisis and achieve a clean, sustainable economy. The 100% Clean Economy Act, which Rep. Morelle co-sponsors, sets a national goal of achieving a 100% clean economy by 2050 and encourages the growth of innovative, sustainable technologies.
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that the Town of Sweden has been awarded a more than $4 million in grant and loan funding through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to ensure clean, reliable drinking water is available to residents.
(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle delivered remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives marking his one-year anniversary of being sworn into office. In his remarks, Rep. Morelle highlighted accomplishments of the past year and committed to continuing the progress moving forward.
TRANSCRIPT OF REMARKS:
"One year ago today, I took the oath of office and was sworn in as a member of the United States House of Representatives.