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May 12, 2021
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(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Rep. Joe Morelle announced more than $119 million in emergency funding for colleges, universities, and students in New York's 25th Congressional District delivered through the American Rescue Plan. The funding will help local institutions cope with the severe financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and continue serving their students safely.

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May 11, 2021
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(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that municipalities in Monroe County will receive over $380 million in fiscal recovery funds as part of the American Rescue Plan, passed by Congress in March. This emergency funding will help state and local governments cope with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and prevent cuts to essential community programs.

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May 11, 2021
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(Washington, D.C.) – Today Congressman Joe Morelle announced the opening of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which seeks to make broadband internet more accessible and affordable for all communities. The program will provide a $50-per-month subsidy for qualified households to receive internet access through a local provider. Rep.

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May 7, 2021
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(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced legislation to establish a Home Office tax deduction to provide financial relief for the many employees who transitioned to working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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May 6, 2021
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(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the release of over $163 million in funding for critical programs supporting older Americans in New York State as part of the American Rescue Plan, which he helped pass.

May 5, 2021
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(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle highlighted new tools from the White House to help Monroe County residents get vaccinated.

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May 4, 2021
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(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle marked National Teacher Appreciation Day and announced his co-sponsorship of a resolution recognizing the invaluable work of teachers across America, especially this past year during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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May 3, 2021
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(Rochester, N.Y.) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle took action to increase funding for vital early childhood programs and ensure families, particularly in underserved communities, have the support and resources they need.

April 28, 2021
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(Rochester, N.Y.) – Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement following the speech given by President Joe Biden to a joint session of congress:

April 27, 2021
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(Washington, DC) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle released local details of the enhanced and expanded Child Tax Credit, which will have a substantial impact on Monroe County families. The measure was passed as part of the American Rescue Plan, which Rep. Morelle helped pass into law.