Joseph D. Morelle
Democrat Representative, District 25, New York
28 bills260 cosponsored$2.2M raised674 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
- “A lifelong resident of Upstate New York” source
Education
- “A graduate of the State University of New York at Geneseo” source
Career
- “Rep. Morelle is a former small business owner” source
Public service
- “currently serves on the House Appropriations Committee and as Ranking Member of the Committee on House Administration” source
- “proud to represent New York’s 25th Congressional District, which includes Monroe County and a section of neighboring Ontario County” source
- “was previously elected to the Monroe County Legislature as well as the New York State Assembly” source
- “where he served as Majority Leader from 2013-2018” source
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Legislation
HR 10692cosponsor
Restoring Essential Plan Coverage Act
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HCONRES 120cosponsor
Supporting the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 10451sponsor
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish an emergency grant aid program, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HRES 1511cosponsor
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 10186cosponsor
Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
HR 10171sponsor
To establish a supplemental food and nutrition services grant program, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 10058sponsor
Summer Meals and Learning Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 10032sponsor
No Payoffs for Pardons Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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HR 9922sponsor
AI Transparency in Elections Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HR 9905cosponsor
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 John Street in New York, New York, as the "Jack Greenberg Post Office".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 9941cosponsor
To protect and expand nationwide access to assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1427cosponsor
Expressing support for the designation of July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 9440sponsor
To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9401cosponsor
To prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities who need long-term services and supports, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1373cosponsor
Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2026, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and secure storage of guns in the home.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 9290sponsor
To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for the allotment of Supreme Court justices to circuits, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9195cosponsor
Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 9201cosponsor
To authorize the award of the Purple Heart to Daniel Nimham for injuries incurred during the Revolutionary War.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
HRES 1342cosponsor
Expressing support for the designation of June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9026cosponsor
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Atlantic Avenue in Oceanside, New York, as the "Detective Luis G. Alvarez Post Office".
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Voting Record
296 yea361 nay14 missed3 present
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
Passed (262-159)
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
Passed (352-72)
PROOF Act
Passed (217-207)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
Passed (214-208)
Ratepayer Protection Act
Passed (417-3)
Water Resources Development Act
Passed (415-9)
Retire through Ownership Act
Passed (401-14)
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
Passed (232-147)
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Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-208)
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-211)
GUARD Act
Passed (414-7)
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
Passed (417-7)
Whistleblower Protection Act
Passed (424-0)
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
Passed (343-79)
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
Passed (408-17)
The 2026 race
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- Sherita TraywickDemocratic$14K raised
- Joseph D MorelleDemocratic· this member—
- Robin WiltDemocratic—
- Virginia McIntyreRepublican—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$2.2M
Small donors $69KLarge individual $824KPACs $1.1M
Spent $2.1MCash $532K
2024 cycle$2.2M
Small donors $68KLarge individual $439KPACs $1.2M
Spent $1.8MCash $380K
2022 cycle$2.3M
Small donors $46KLarge individual $821KPACs $1.3M
Spent $2.4MCash $53K
2020 cycle$1.4M
Small donors $41KLarge individual $425KPACs $865K
Spent $1.3MCash $160K
2018 cycle$1.9M
Small donors $92KLarge individual $931KPACs $864K
Spent $1.8MCash $59K
Top Contributors
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER$36K
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER$35K
L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES$21K
L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.$19K
OSTROFF ASSOCIATES$14K
OSTROFF ASSOCIATES$13K
ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH$12K
CONSTELLATION BRANDS$12K
CONSTELLATION BRANDS$11K
BLACKSTONE$11K
Committees
House Committee on Appropriations
- Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
- Defense
House Committee on House Administration
ranking member- Modernization and Innovation
Joint Committee of Congress on the Library
Joint Committee on Printing
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HR 10692: Restoring Essential Plan Coverage Act
cosponsor2026-10-01
legislation
HCONRES 120: Supporting the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults.
cosponsor2026-09-24
legislation
HR 10451: To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish an emergency grant aid program, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-16
legislation
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
nay2026-09-16
vote
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
PROOF Act
nay2026-09-16
vote
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
nay2026-09-16
vote
Ratepayer Protection Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
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Water Resources Development Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Retire through Ownership Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
present2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
GUARD Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Whistleblower Protection Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
nay2026-09-15
vote
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-09-15
vote
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
HRES 1511: Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
nay2026-09-03
vote
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
nay2026-09-02
vote
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
nay2026-09-02
vote
AGOA Extension Act
yea2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
nay2026-09-01
vote
Service History
House, Dist. 252025-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 252023-01-03, 2025-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 252021-01-03, 2023-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 252019-01-03, 2021-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 252018-11-13, 2019-01-03Democrat
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