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January 16, 2019

(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to support legislation (H.R. 268) that would appropriate emergency relief and recovery assistance for Americans affected by recent hurricanes, typhoons, wildfires, and other natural disasters.

January 16, 2019

(Washington, DC) – Today, House Democrats introduced legislation cosponsored by Rep. Joe Morelle to gradually raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2024, providing much-needed relief for hourly workers whose wages have failed to keep up with the pace of inflation.

January 15, 2019

(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle was appointed by Speaker Nancy Pelosi to serve on the House Education and Labor Committee.

January 11, 2019

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle highlighted government data that shows 14,367 of New York's federal employees are currently facing the uncertainty and fear that comes with not receiving a paycheck.

January 10, 2019
Rep. Morelle's vote is a step toward ensuring safer travel and critical safety nets for low-income families
January 10, 2019
Rep. Morelle votes for appropriations bill that would open the Dept. of Agriculture and ensure families receive SNAP benefits
January 10, 2019
Congressman Joe Morelle delivered remarks on the floor regarding recent action taken by the House to protect New Yorkers’ access to health care.
January 9, 2019
Rep. Morelle votes to pass resolution that allows the U.S. House of Representatives to intervene in the Texas v. U.S. lawsuit that seeks to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.
January 8, 2019
Following a prime-time address, Rep. Morelle issues statement calling on President Trump to take action to open the government.
January 4, 2019
Rep. Morelle is one of three freshman appointed to the Rules Committee