Press Releases
House Administration Committee to Hold Hearing with Six Secretaries of State
September 9, 2024
On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 9:30am ET, the Committee on House Administration will hold a full committee hearing entitled “American Confidence in Elections: Looking Ahead to the 2024 General Election” with six Secretaries of State who will testify about their needs and preparations for the 2024 election.
Issues:Elections
Top House Democrat Calls on FCC, FEC to Tighten Political Communications and Campaign Ad Monitoring Amid Iranian U.S. Elections Influence Campaign
August 19, 2024
WASHINGTON – Rep. Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, issued this statement calling on the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen how they 
Issues:Elections
Ranking Members Nadler, DeLauro, McGovern, and Morelle File Amicus Brief Urging Fifth Circuit to Reverse Texas v. Garland Ruling that Undermines Congress’ Authority to Set its Own Rules
August 16, 2024
Today, Ranking Members Jerrold Nadler, Rosa DeLauro, Jim McGovern, and Joe Morelle jointly filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in Texas v. Garland aiming to reverse a ruling by the Northern District of Texas that would undermine Congress’ authority to set its own rules, a move that could potentially jeopardize national security in an emergency.
Issues:Administration
Ranking Member Morelle Introduced Constitutional Amendment to Prevent Immunity
July 25, 2024
Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, introduced a constitutional amendment that will reverse the Supreme Court’s recent decision to grant presidents immunity from criminal prosecution. Following the introduction, Rep. Morelle issued this statement.
Ranking Member Morelle Remembers Fallen U.S. Capitol Police Officer Chestnut and Detective Gibson
July 24, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, issued the following statement honoring the dedication and service of Officer Jacob Chestnut and Detective John Gibson. Chestnut and Gibson were two members of the U.S. Capitol Police force who were senselessly murdered while protecting our Capitol 26 years ago.
Issues:United States Capitol Police
Top Democrat Requests FEC Chairman’s Response to Misrepresentation of Clear Campaign Finance Laws, Appearance of Partisanship
July 23, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, sent a letter to Federal Election Commission Chairman Sean J. Cooksey requesting him to clarify his post made on the social media platform X (formally known as Twitter) and to refrain from making unexplained statements that undermine established campaign finance law and practice in the future.
Ranking Member Morelle Issues Statement Following the SAVE Act Floor Vote
July 10, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, issued the following statement after House Republicans passed their extreme elections bill that would make it exceedingly difficult for eligible American citizens to exercise their right to vote.
Issues:Elections
Ranking Member Morelle Opposes the SAVE Act
July 8, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, testified in opposition to Republicans’ bill that will erode Americans’ confidence in our safe, secure elections.
Issues:Elections
Ranking Member Morelle Releases Voting Rights Report Focused on Native Americans’ Experience
July 8, 2024
Today, Ranking Member Joe Morelle (NY-25), top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, released a report entitled “Voting for Native Peoples: Barriers and Policy Solutions.” The report delves into the past, present, and future of Native American voting rights and proposes policy solutions to ensure every Native person can cast a ballot and have their voice heard.
Issues:Elections
Ranking Member Joe Morelle to Introduce Constitutional Amendment Reversing Supreme Court’s Immunity Decision
July 1, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, began the process of introducing a constitutional amendment to reverse the catastrophic harms of the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. United States days before Independence Day.