118th Congress

(Rochester, NY)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced the opening of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition to high school students in the 25th Congressional District. The winner will have their artwork displayed at the United States Capitol for one year.

(Rochester, NY) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle was at the Rochester Institute of Technology to highlight $2 million in funding he, Senator Chuck Schumer, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, secured for their Semiconductor and Microsystems Fabrication Laboratory.   

(Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has taken action to protect and strengthen women's healthcare by co-sponsoring the Women’s Health Protection Act. The bill seeks to put an end to oppressive state laws restricting women's access to reproductive health services by enshrining the protections previously provided by the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision into federal law.

(Rochester, N.Y.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle, Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter, and Rochester Police Department Chief David Smith called on TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew to address the recent rise in violence and automobile thefts promoted by viral videos on their platform. These videos have led to more than 775 auto thefts in Rochester so far this year, placing an undue strain on local law enforcement and endangering local families, businesses, and neighborhoods.

(Rochester, N.Y.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has introduced legislation to crack down on gun trafficking and keep illegal weapons off our streets. The State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act enhances state oversight capabilities of gun dealers and incentivizes states to implement strong gun dealer licensing regulations to reduce gun theft and, in turn, reduce gun violence. This legislation is sponsored by Sen. Brian Schatz (D, HI) in the Senate.

(Rochester, N.Y.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has secured $325,000 in funding for Willow Domestic Violence Center to help break the cycle of abuse and support survivors of domestic violence. This investment will be used to strengthen trauma-informed care resources, provide direct client support, and expand Willow’s triage hotline.