Today marks the start of Women’s History Month—a time to honor the many women who broke down barriers and pioneered change in the fight for equality. From Susan B. Anthony to my dear friend Louise Slaughter, I'm constantly inspired by our community's rich history of fighting for women's rights. 

As these rights continue to come under threat across the country, it’s more important than ever to remain vigilant in our efforts to protect the freedoms all women deserve. Read more here about how I’m working to protect reproductive healthcare, expand voting rights, secure equal pay for equal work, and more. 

Every year on March 3rd, we recognize Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Day: a time to come together, raise awareness, and recommit to supporting those impacted by this devastating disease. 

For me, this day is personal. My daughter, Lauren, battled Triple-Negative Breast Cancer for two years with incredible strength and tenacity. 

While Triple-Negative Breast Cancer only accounts for 10-12% of breast cancers, it disproportionately effects younger women and women of color and accounts for nearly 25% of breast cancer deaths annually. Lauren passed away in 2017, but I remain committed to doing everything I can in Congress to support others facing this diagnosis—which is why this week I proudly introduced a resolution to honor Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Day, foster greater public awareness and understanding of TNBC, and encourage the early detection and prompt treatment of this disease. 

To the thousands of men and women battling triple-negative breast cancer: my heart is with you and your families, this Sunday and every day. I remain committed to working for greater education, research, and action to end cancer as we know it. 

Yesterday, I cast my vote in favor of another short-term funding bill to avert a catastrophic government shutdown. This is the fourth instance in the past seven months where I’ve supported such a measure, and while it is far from a perfect solution, I believe this will bring us closer to reaching a final bipartisan spending agreement soon. 

In the coming weeks, I look forward to working with my colleagues on the House Appropriations Committee to debate and pass full-year appropriations bills. I will continue to provide updates as the situation progresses. 

This weekend, I'm heading to Selma, Alabama to join leaders from across the country for this year's Selma Jubilee, a commemoration of the 59th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches, Bloody Sunday, and the signing of the Voting Rights Act. These events were pivotal to advancing the civil rights and voting rights movements. 

I’m humbled by the opportunity to visit a community so steeped in history and reflect on the events that have been catalysts for change and progress. I look forward to meeting with leaders and discussing how we can continue working towards full equity, equality, and justice for every American.

Please know my office is always here to help. Visit morelle.house.gov to learn more about how we can assist you and your family.

Warmest personal regards,

Joe Morelle

New York’s 25th Congressional District