Joseph Morelle U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 25th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Joseph Morelle U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 25th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Joseph Morelle, a U.S. Congress member representing New York's 25th district, has been actively addressing issues that impact his constituents through various initiatives and legislative efforts. His recent statements on social media highlight his commitment to supporting small businesses, advocating for affordable healthcare, and securing funding for essential services.
On November 21, 2024, Morelle addressed the challenges faced by local small businesses due to restrictions imposed by large corporations. He stated, "Our local small businesses face barriers to progress every day when large corporations prevent them from the #RightToRepair their own equipment." He emphasized his leadership role in Washington to establish a federal right to repair initiative aimed at fostering growth among small businesses.
The following day, on November 22, 2024, Morelle highlighted the importance of affordable access to insulin during American Diabetes Month. He remarked on the high cost of insulin and shared his efforts in reducing its price for seniors on Medicare. In his words, "During #AmericanDiabetesMonth, we recognize the critical nature of access to lifesaving drugs like insulin—the cost of which remains egregiously high."
Later that same day, Morelle underscored the fundamental right to healthcare and announced significant funding secured for Trillium Health. He stated, "Healthcare is not a luxury—it’s a basic human right, and it should be available for everyone." The $3 million in funding was achieved in collaboration with Senator Schumer to enhance Trillium Health's life-saving services.
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