NYSCA Grants will Support Over 100 Projects in All 10 Regions of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on April 25th, announced nearly $32 million has been awarded through the New York State Council on the Arts’ Capital Projects Fund to…

Program Honors Late Attorney Who Championed Violence Prevention, Economic Equality, Community Development Application Period Closes May 15; Interested Candidates Can Apply Here Governor Kathy Hochul on April 25th, announced that the…

FY 2025 Budget Invests $33 Million to Provide Necessary Supports to Individuals with a Mental Illness History, Lack of Engagement in Treatment Budget Adds 200 Beds at State-Operated Psychiatric Facilities Including 25 Forensic Beds and 75…

Projects to Enhance Four East End Intersections, Restore Concrete Pavement and Median Barrier Beginning this Month Will Create 350 Construction Jobs Governor Kathy Hochul on April 24th, announced that construction is getting underway on…

Governor Hochul: “New Yorkers are compassionate. They see fellow New Yorkers, fellow human beings, in the throes of their own crisis. They are suffering… and we don't want to see people locked up as the solution. That is not what's…

New Center Will Increase Climate Awareness and Educational Opportunities Part of New York State’s $300 Million Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul on April 24th, announced the completion of…

Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Provides Nearly $82 Million for Programs that Assist Farms to Implement Environmentally Sustainable Best Practices, Protect Soil and Water Quality, and Reduce Greenhouse Gases Announces $28.75 Million is Now Available…

Under Governor Hochul’s Leadership LIRR Experienced Nation’s Largest Service Increase Railroad Grows the Region, Enhances Safety, Service and Infrastructure Governor Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on…

Funded Projects Will Support Housing Initiatives, Enhance Cultural Amenities and Recreation Opportunities, and Spur Economic Growth that is Compatible with Environmental Protection Announcement Pairs with Groundbreaking of 80-Car Peekamoose…

Projects Announced in Ticonderoga, Cape Vincent, Lyons Falls and Waddington Project Renderings Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul on April 24th, announced a total of 21 transformational projects for the North Country region as part of…

Parking Lot Canopy with Solar Panels and Accompanying Battery Storage System Will Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Approximately 6,000 Metric Tons Annually The 12-Megawatt Solar Project will Reduce Airport Energy Use at Peak Hours and Support…

Next Phase of the State’s Supply Chain Activities Released in the Form of $200 Million Supportive Manufacturing and Logistics RFP Request for Information Also Announced to Inform Fifth Offshore Wind Solicitation and $300 Million Major…

Town of Lyons Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Will Modernize Operations and Improve Local Water Quality Enhanced Website Launched for Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act Photographs of the Lyons Project…

Grant Program to Fund Green Infrastructure Projects Including Green Roofs, Green Streets and Permeable Pavement Advance Comprehensive Resiliency Plan in Governor Hochul’s 2024 State of the State Applications to Go Live May 1 To…

Establishes Wide-Ranging Plan to Increase New York’s Housing Supply – Including Incentives that Create Affordable Housing Statewide, Tools for New York City to Generate More Housing, $500 Million to Build Up to 15,000 New Homes on State…

College Students at SUNY, CUNY, and Other New York Colleges and Universities Share Personal Financial Aid Stories and Offer Support for Filling Out the FAFSA Members of the Governor’s Administration and Education Leaders Release PSAs…

Governor Hochul: “Years from now, people will look at us. And did we do what the people of the State needed to respond to their cries for help, or did we turn a deaf ear? Were we there for them when they needed us most? Did we show that…

Supports Restaurants and Bars by Extending Sale of To-Go Alcoholic Beverages for an Additional Five Years Includes $55 Million to Advance New York State as Leader in the Dairy Industry $50 Million for Nourish NY to Help Families Access Fresh Food…

$36 Million to Support Abortion Providers and Support Abortion Care in New York; New Actions to Expand Access to Doulas Investments Will Strengthen Mental Health Care and Support Services for Veterans Continues Governor Hochul’s…

RAPID Act to Accelerate the Clean Energy Transition by Streamlining Transmission Infrastructure Buildout $150 Million for NY SWIMS to Build Swimming Pools and Help New Yorkers Learn to Swim $47 Million to Help Reach Goal of Planting 25…

$500 Million Capital Investment at NY CREATES’ Albany NanoTech Complex to Jumpstart $10 Billion Partnership for Next-Generation Chips Research? $200 Million Investment to Support Four ON-RAMP Advanced Manufacturing Training Centers to…

FY 2025 Budget Includes 10-Year, $275 Million Investment to Create a State-of-the-Art Artificial Intelligence Computing Center at the University at Buffalo Governor Also Secures Agreement on Legislation to Promote Safe, Ethical AI By Requiring…

Historic $37 Billion Medicaid Investment to Support the Health Care Safety Net and Transform the Health Care Delivery System New York Becomes First State in the Nation to Create Paid Prenatal Leave For Pregnant Moms Eliminates Out-Of-Pocket…

Allocates $20 Million to Increase School-Based Mental Health Clinic Satellites Statewide; $19 Million for School-Aged Youth Mental Health Initiatives Adds 200 Inpatient Psychiatric Beds at State-Operated Facilities, Including 75 Transition-to-Home…

Expands Access to Financial Aid by Making FAFSA Completion Universal in New York State Modifies Tuition Assistance Program Qualifications to Increase Minimum Award To $1,000 and Raise Student Income Limits Includes $1.29 Billion in New Capital…

Establishes Wide-Ranging Plan to Increase New York’s Housing Supply – Including Incentives that Create Affordable Housing Statewide, Tools for New York City to Generate More Housing, $500 Million to Build Up to 15,000 New Homes on State…

Increases School Aid by $1.3 Billion to Nearly $36 Billion, Including $24.9 Billion in Foundation Aid Signs 'Back to Basics' Legislation to Ensure Evidence-Based Reading Instruction to Address Low Reading Proficiency Rates Commissions Study to…

Increases Penalties for Assaulting Retail Workers and Provides $40.2 Million for Retail Theft Enforcement Expands Offenses Eligible for Prosecution as Hate Crimes Allocates $389 Million of Targeted Investments in Communities to Curb Gun…

Passing Sammy’s Law, Allowing New York City to Lower Speed Limits More Than $8.7 Billion in Transit Operating Aid Statewide $7.7 Billion for Nation-Leading Infrastructure Programs $1.3 Billion for Local Road and Bridge Programs,…

Balanced $237 Billion Budget Does Not Raise Income Taxes or Statewide Business Tax Governor Brokered Landmark Housing Deal to Increase Housing Supply and Protect Tenants Cracks Down on Organized Retail Theft and Helps Business Owners Increase…

New Solar Array to Advance Governor Hochul’s Goal to Transition State Park to 100 Percent Renewable Energy by 2030 New Warming Hut Provides Place for Visitors to Take a Break While Hiking, Picnicking or a Day of Winter Sports in the Park…

Funding Award Expands New York State’s National Leadership and Commitment to Increase Access to Clean Solar Energy Supports New York’s Climate Act Goal to Obtain 70% of the State’s Electricity From Renewables by 2030 …

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 22nd, issued a proclamationrecognizing Earth Day 2024 to kick-off Earth Week in New York State. The proclamation highlights the Governor’s environmental agenda and New York’s historic investments and…

Severe Weather Awareness Week Runs Through April 27 More than 380,000 New Yorkers Have Received Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Training Through New York’s Citizens Preparedness Corps Find a New York State Citizen Preparedness…

Earlier on April 22nd, Governor Kathy Hochul traveled throughout New York City to highlight the major policy achievements of the FY25 Enacted Budget. Governor Hochul visited a legal cannabis dispensary to discuss new legislation to crack down on…

Secured by the Governor and Included in the FY 2025 Enacted Budget, Funding Ensures Continued Availability of Direct Services for Victims and Survivors of Crime Across the State Governor Hochul Directs 10 State Landmarks to be Illuminated Berry,…

“In my State of the State, I promised New Yorkers we’d fight to build more housing, improve education and protect public safety — and that’s exactly what our budget is going to do. “This budget agreement represents…

Budget Agreement Authorizes Padlocking of Illicit Storefronts by OCM and Localities Elevates Penalties Against Landlords Who Fail to Take Action Against Violating Tenants Empowers Local Governments, Including New York City, to Act Under…

Governor Hochul: “Frustrated local leaders have been powerless as these unlicensed shops operate right under their noses, ensuing chaos, destabilizing neighborhoods and attracting other types of crime. The insanity stops right now. Why?…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 19th, directed flags to half-staff for fallen Syracuse law enforcement officers. Flags will be lowered from sunrise Saturday, April 20 to sunset Monday, April 22 for Onondaga Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Michael…

Sites Statewide to be Illuminated “Parks Green and Centennial Gold” Evening of April 18 Special Centennial Flag Will be Raised at Parks and Historic Sites Across the State Throughout 2024, New York State Parks Has Marked the…

$650 Million Investment Expected to Create Approximately 250 New Jobs in the Town of Webster Governor Hochul Made Personal Pitch for the Company to Choose New York Based on State’s World-Renowned Reputation as Agribusiness Global Leader…

Proceeding Will Advance Smart Grid Technologies, Physical and Cyber Security Protocols and Provide Opportunities for Customer Savings and Benefits Builds on 2024 State of the State Priority to Harness Innovation to Build an Affordable,…

Department of Energy Approves Plan for New York to Access Inflation Reduction Act Funding to Support Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Upgrades Advances Governor’s Goal to Achieve Two Million Climate-Friendly Homes by 2030 and Climate…

$22 Million Silver Gardens Development in Town of Lloyd to Include 29 Apartments for Seniors Experiencing Homelessness Governor Kathy Hochul on April 18th, announced the start of construction on Silver Gardens, a 57-unit affordable housing…

Governor Hochul: “You picked this area, and you picked this community, because you saw the potential. You saw the caliber of our workforce. And I will tell you this, nobody works harder than people here in Upstate New York.” Hochul:…

Budget Agreement Includes $40.2 Million for Dedicated Retail Theft Teams for New York State Police and Local Law Enforcement New Felony Penalties Will Be Created for Assaulting a Retail Worker Business Owners Will Have Access to $5 Million…

Governor Hochul: “A few weeks ago, I invited a group of small businesses to the State Capitol and they told me they thought no one has cared. They told me they felt helpless. And as we entered the Budget negotiations, I told them, we're going…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 17th, announced that 11 projects have been recognized as a part of the 2024 New York State Historic Preservation Awards. Projects highlighted at this year's awards include an ambitious neighborhood rehabilitation…

Work Zones Along State Route 104 Topped Speeds of 100 Miles Per Hour Three Times in 2023 During National Work Zone Awareness Week, Governor Kathy Hochul on April 17th, highlighted State Route 104 within the Town of Irondequoit and City of…

Governor Hochul: “This administration is recognizing if we invest in care, you're not just taking care of the family, you're taking care of your economy and investing in economic growth. So that's a sea change, because never before have people…

110 Adult-Use Cannabis Retailers Open and Operating in New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on April 17th, announced New York State has reached a significant milestone in growing the legal cannabis industry with the grand opening of the 100th…

Governor Hochul: “Ultimately, the larger the housing supply you have, the better it is for tenants because it starts driving down the prices, which right now are high because there's a shortage of supply… and this is the most…

Governor Hochul: “This is a great deal for New Yorkers. Everybody has their special interests. I have diametrically opposed opinions on every part of this, and I'm the one who had to bring them together. But look at the results at the end and…

“The largest private investment in American history is on its way to Central New York. New federal funding from President Biden’s CHIPS and Science Act will help lock in 50,000 jobs, a $100 billion investment, and millions of dollars in…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 16th, announced that $22 million is available through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help low-income New Yorkers stay cool during the summer. The program, overseen by the Office of Temporary and…

Governor Hochul: “Whatever I could do as Governor – number one priority has to be and always will be keeping people in the state safe. So, we focused on gun violence intensely over the last couple of years, and I'm really proud that all…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 15th, announced the ribbon cutting for The Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls, part of a more than $20 million mixed-use development project. The seven-story, 120-room upscale hotel brand, which is located on Rainbow…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 15th, announced that April 15 to 19 is Work Zone Awareness Week across New York State with the national theme or “Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.” At the…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 15th, announced that letters will be distributed to high school seniors to provide them with helpful tips and resources to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Letters will also be sent to high…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 15th, announced the confirmation of New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank G. Hoare by the Senate. “Frank Hoare has been keeping millions of New Yorkers moving on the Thruway since his…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 15th, announced a conceptual agreement with legislative leaders on key priorities in the Fiscal Year 2025 New York State Budget. “I promised to fight the right fights for New Yorkers, deliver common sense…

Governor Hochul: “I said we would crack down on persistent crime like retail theft and the proliferation of unlicensed cannabis stores and toll evaders – we got it done. I said we'd take concrete action to address the housing crisis and…

Governor Hochul on April 13th, urged New Yorkers to prepare for an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms with potentially damaging winds on Sunday. A weather system moving across the state tomorrow is expected to produce severe thunderstorms with…

From April 6 to April 9, Nearly One Million Visitors Came to New York State Parks – A 45 Percent Increase in Attendance Compared to 2023 New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority Facilities Hosted Special Viewing Events,…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 12th, announced that the New York State Cannabis Control Board has issued 403 adult-use cannabis licenses in 2024 to bolster the legal market in New York. The Cannabis Control Board recently issued 101 licenses,…

Governor Kathy Hochul on April 12th, announced that construction has begun on a $40 million affordable housing development for seniors in the city of White Plains. Mt. Hope Plaza will feature 56 affordable apartments, including 20 for individuals in…

$254 Million, 27-Building Development Will Replace Vacant 24-Building Complex, Creating 405 New Affordable Apartments in Buffalo’s First Ward Neighborhood Demolition of Former Development to Begin on Monday, April 15 Builds on Governor…

Landmarks Across the State to be Lit Blue and Green on the Evening of April 12 Monument Lighting to Recognize Importance of Registering as an Organ and Tissue Donor Governor Kathy Hochul on April 12th, announced 14 State landmarks will be…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $142 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. The Board's approval authorizes…

Governor Kathy Hochul today advanced $5.8 million through the New York State Grown and Certified Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Development Program to support New York agricultural producers. The New York Farm Viability Institute has been…

Governor Hochul: “Sometimes you have to stand up and have the courage to do what's right in the face of adversity, because God will reward you. And today I'm proud to be in a position where I can use the power of the Office of Governor to do…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York Board of Directors has appointed Robert J. Rodriguez as Acting President and Chief Executive Officer. Robert Rodriguez currently serves as New York’s…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of an $8 million expansion to the Commission for Economic Opportunity’s Community Resource Center in Troy. The new Community Resource Center Bridge building provides early childhood…

In honor of National Fair Housing Month, Governor Kathy Hochul today reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to combatting housing discrimination and making housing safer, fairer, and more accessible to all New Yorkers. Governor Hochul…

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted her $1 billion transformative, multi-year investment to overhaul the State's continuum of mental health care and drastically reduce the number of New Yorkers with unmet mental health needs. The Mental Health…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted her $1 billion transformative, multi-year investment to overhaul the State's continuum of mental health care and drastically reduce the number of New Yorkers with unmet mental health needs. The Mental…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $7 million for 15 providers across New York State to support medication for addiction treatment by establishing comprehensive, low-threshold buprenorphine services. These programs are designed to meet…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered remarks at the USS Cooperstown Commissioning Ceremony. VIDEO of the event is available on YouTube here and in TV quality (h.264, mp4) format here. AUDIO of the event is available here. PHOTOS of…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $2.1 million in competitive grant funding is now available to support community-driven projects to improve air quality and help advance the goals of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. The…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new Hurricane Evacuation Study that will improve public safety planning efforts for the New York City, Long Island, and lower-Mid-Hudson regions prone to impacts from catastrophic tropical storms. The study…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the release of Fair Housing Matters NY, a comprehensive examination of housing segregation and discrimination in New York State. The report reveals the extent of New York's housing segregation and outlines eight…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that State landmarks and bridges across New York will be illuminated in green on May 6 in recognition of Arthritis Awareness Month. "Millions of New Yorkers suffer from arthritis every day, and conquering…

Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's latest information regarding COVID-19 and outlined basic steps they can take to protect against the spread of viral respiratory infections. "Even though the federal public health…

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating May as Older Americans Month in New York State and recognizing the incredible volunteerism of New York's older adults who commit more than 495 million hours of community service each year…

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted FY 2024 Budget investments to support workers and make New York more affordable. The Budget includes investments and initiatives to address the affordability crisis by supporting working class commuters,…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the second round of awardees for the $40 Million New York State Biodefense Commercialization Fund. The program was created to accelerate the development and commercialization of life science innovations that…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $875 million in financing has been awarded through bonds, tax credits, and subsidies to create or preserve 3,100 affordable, sustainable, and supportive homes in 27 developments across New York State. When…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted FY 2024 Budget investments to support workers and make New York more affordable. The Budget includes investments and initiatives to address the affordability crisis by supporting working class…

Future Housing Initiative Will Speed Up Creation of 3,000 New, Carbon-Neutral, Affordable Homes Supports Shared Climate Goals of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 85 Percent by 2050, Delivering More Than 35 Percent of Benefits of Clean Energy…

Annual Campaign Designed to Educate and Prepare New Yorkers for Impacts of Hurricanes and Tropical Storms New Yorkers Encouraged to Sign Up for NY-Alert to Receive Real-Time Weather Alerts and Notifications Ahead of Hurricane Season Governor…

Low-Cost Capital Provided to Community-Based Lenders Will Support Projects That Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Disadvantaged Communities Accelerates Equitable Advancement Toward Nation-Leading Climate Goals to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions…

Proven Regional Leaders Melanie Littlejohn and Tim Penix to Helm the Micron Community Engagement Committee as Co-Chairs Committee will Develop a Community Priorities Document to Guide Strategies in Areas such as Supporting Underrepresented…

Proven Regional Leaders Melanie Littlejohn and Tim Penix to Helm the Micron Community Engagement Committee as Co-Chairs Committee will Develop a Community Priorities Document to Guide Strategies in Areas such as Supporting Underrepresented…

Funding Supports Community Tree Projects to Protect Natural Resources, Air, and Water Quality and Help Combat Climate Change This new grant funding will increase the health of community forests and strengthen local community forestry programs.…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19 and outlined basic…

Awards to Help Create or Preserve 423 Units of Permanent Supportive Housing for Formerly Homeless New Yorkers State-Funded Program Part of Governor Hochul's $25 Billion Five-Year Housing Plan to Address Homelessness Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Hunts Point, Interstate 390 and Kew Gardens Interchange Projects Receive National Recognition Awards from American Council of Engineering Companies Transformative Projects Demonstrate “Exceptional Engineering Excellence at the National…

New Yorkers Encouraged to Call DFS' Disaster Hotline at (800) 339-1759 For Insurance-Related Questions Department of Agriculture and Markets Encourages Affected Farms to Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency to Report…

$4.5 Million Phase One Includes Construction of the Eugene Sayan Visitor Center and Demolition of Unused Buildings State Funds Support Transformation of Historic Site for Education and Business Innovation Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced an agreement to address key priorities in the Fiscal Year 2024 New York State Budget. This bold and fiscally responsible plan makes historic investments in communities across the state and makes New York more…

Governor Hochul: "This Budget will position us for generations to come. I laid out a bold vision, a way to make New York safer, more affordable, and more livable. It's what I call the New York Dream. And sadly, this dream has been elusive for too…

Funding Available to Address Environmental Concerns in Potential Environmental Justice Areas Largest-Ever Community Impact Grant Opportunity Since Program’s Creation Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $6 million in grants is now…

Largest Capital Awards Announcement in New York State Council on the Arts History Grantees Span All 10 regions of New York State with the Majority of Those Outside New York City 57 Percent Awarded to Organizations with Budgets of $1 Million or…

Project Will Reimagine Key City Gateway, Strengthen Neighborhood Connectivity and Create Proving Ground for Pop-Up Businesses, Events and Programming Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on the Clinton Market Collective…

Air Conditioning Units Available for Those Susceptible to the Effects of Extreme Heat and Humidity Applications for Cooling Assistance Accepted Beginning May 1 Program Has Served More than 54,000 Low-Income Households Over the Last Five Years…

Partnership with National Weather Service Aims to Educate New Yorkers on Impacts of Severe Weather and Preparedness Efforts Ahead of Summer Months How to Respond to Severe Weather Watches and Warnings for Severe Thunderstorms, Flash Flooding and…

Funding will Enable Providers to Establish Comprehensive Integrated Outpatient Treatment Programs Designed to Increase Access to the Full Continuum of Services for Opioid Use Disorder Grants Awarded through New York State's Opioid Settlement Fund…

Secure Storage Gives Survivors of Sexual Assault Ability to Receive Medical Care, Consent to Evidence Collection and Time to Decide if They Want to File a Police Report State Office of Victim Services Established the Facility to Comply with the…

$4 Million to Stabilize Shoreline Along St. Lawrence River and Protect Popular Public Infrastructure, Promote Public Safety Part of New York State’s $300 Million Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Local Actions Support State's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Certified Communities Are Models for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Building Local Climate Resilience New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal…

11 Bridges to be Rehabilitated and Two Pedestrian Bridges to Have Superstructures Replaced — Improving the Travel Corridor Used by 120,000 Vehicles Each Day Work Scheduled to be Completed by End of 2024 Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19 and outlined basic…

Subways Carry Over 4 Million Paid Riders for First Time Since March 12, 2020 Subway OMNY Taps Hit Single-Day Record with 1.69 Million Taps Metro-North Railroad Sets Three-Day Average Ridership Record Governor Hochul today announced that New…

"I thank the Biden Administration and the Department of Justice for working swiftly to stop the politicized effort to block a form of medication abortion that was approved more than 20 years ago. While tonight's decision is welcome news, let me be…

Fellowship Established to Advance LGBTQ+ Equity Across New York State Government and Support Ongoing Efforts in the Office of the Chief Diversity Officer Applications Accepted Through May 15; Virtual Information Session for Interested Applicants…

Iconic Hudson Valley Suspension Bridge Will Celebrate 100 Years in 2024 Time Capsule Dedicated to Celebrate Construction Starting in 1923 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the kickoff of celebrations surrounding the upcoming centennial of the…

Clean Renewable Solar Energy Generation to Make Town of East Hampton’s Parks Department Building the First Net Zero Building for Electricity, Providing Energy Cost Savings Project Offsets Carbon Emissions Helping New York State and East…

Follows Governor’s 2023 State of the State Address Directive to Remove Barriers for Electric Vehicle Development Underscores Commitment to Reducing Transportation Emissions Which Make Up Nearly 30 Percent of State Greenhouse Gas Emissions…

Princetown Substation Energization in Schenectady County Brings Project to 75 Percent Completion Mark 93-Mile Transmission Upgrade from Marcy to New Scotland Helps to Harden Grid Against Extreme Weather and Advances New York's Clean Energy Goals …

Milestone Highlights the Success and Flexibility of New York’s Farmland Protection Program More than 107,000 Acres of Farmland on Nearly 370 Farms Protected from Future Development Executive Budget Proposes Additional $21 Million for Next…

Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee Trains Officers to Identify Impairment Related to Drugs and Alcohol Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State police and local law enforcement will be stepping up patrols and targeting…

New York Power Authority, New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Complete Installation of More Than 75,000 Solar Panels — Enough to Power 7,000 Homes Arrays Will Reduce Carbon Emissions by 4,500 Tons, Save State…

Funding Will Allow 20 Healthcare Networks and Nonprofit Organizations to Improve Security for Patients and Staff at 51 Locations Statewide Each Facility Will Receive Up to $50,000 to Help Ensure Safe Access to Services New York State Established…

"From serving as Solicitor General to serving in the Manhattan District Attorney's office to clerking for the U.S. Supreme Court, Caitlin Halligan has spent her career excelling at the highest levels of the justice system, and she has an…

Created Nearly 1,800 Jobs, Spurred Nearly $800 Million in Private Investment While Contributing Nearly $70 Million in Direct Payments to Host Communities and Enough Energy to Power More than 150,000 New York Homes Represents Significant Progress…

"We are disappointed by the Supreme Court's decision to allow New Jersey to unilaterally withdraw from the Waterfront Commission. For decades, the Waterfront Commission has been a vital law enforcement agency, protecting essential industries at the…

Funding Made Available Through Federal American Rescue Plan Grant Will Support Efforts of State's Destination Marketing Organizations Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $14.2 million will be awarded to 30 tourism partners through…

Record Pandemic-Era Ridership Coincides with Opening of Second Manhattan Terminal On-Time Performance Has Climbed Above 93 Percent Following Schedule Enhancements Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Long Island Rail Road has surpassed…

"Why Buy Legal New York" Will Encourage New Yorkers to Purchase Safer, Regulated Cannabis Products from Licensed Dispensaries Public Service Announcements Will Appear on Social Media and Streaming Services Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the…

"Judge Rowan Wilson is a highly qualified jurist with a keen sense of fairness and a deep commitment to justice. Throughout his tenure on the bench, he has proven himself to be a thoughtful leader who recognizes the power of the judiciary to impact…

Flags to be Flown at Half Staff on April 19 and 20 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced flags on State buildings will be flown at half-staff on April 19 and 20 in honor of fallen Retired Investigator Patrick J. Hogan. "We lost a true hero and…

Partners Chosen To Transform 2-Acre Vacant Parcel into Mixed-Use Commercial, Retail and Residential Spaces, Further Reconnecting Buffalo to its Historic Waterfront Construction to Advance on $14.25 Million Canalside Gateway Building; Will Be First…

Next Round of the Water Infrastructure Improvement and Intermunicipal Grant Programs Bolstered by the First Spending of the Environmental Bond Act Applications to Go Live on May 3 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $425 million will be made…

Statewide Series of In-Person and Virtual Listening Sessions Once-in-a-Generation Funding Opportunities to Enhance and Protect Communities Across the State Benefits Include Advancing Environmental Justice, Mitigating Climate Change, Creating Jobs,…

Work Zone Speed Monitoring Pilot Program Launches April 17, Building on Ongoing Efforts to Enforce Safe Driving in Work Zones and Protect the Lives of Highway Workers Across New York NYSDOT and Thruway Authority Launch Public Awareness Campaign to…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19 and outlined basic…

World's Top Women's Hockey Players Will Compete in the Mohawk Valley in Spring 2024 Prestigious International Competition Returns to New York After 30 Years Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Utica was selected as the host city for the…

Volunteer Events Taking Place at more than 120 State Parks, Historic Sites and Public Lands Across New York Participants Will Celebrate New York’s Public Lands by Volunteering in Cleanup Events Throughout the State Governor Kathy Hochul…

InnSure to Deploy Grants That Will Advance Insurance Market Growth, Transform Business Support and Provide Consumer Confidence Advances Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Goals to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 85 Percent by 2050…

Governor Joins with Attorney General James, Senator Gillibrand, and Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins to Fight Back Against Attacks on Fundamental Reproductive Rights State Stockpiling 150,000 Doses of Misoprostol, Working to Further Protect Access…

Governor Hochul: "All these latest attempts to tear down our resolve and to wear us down into submission, that will never happen. We are emboldened, we are fighting back, and I want women across this country to know we'll be there to support you,…

State Has Deployed Resources to Respond to Fires in Rockland, Orange, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Annual Prohibition on Residential Brush Burning in Effect to Prevent Wildfires Governor Kathy Hochul provided an update on brush fires burning…

Federal Bridge Investment Program Grant Provides Funding for Second Phase on the Castleton-on-Hudson Bridge in 2024 Castleton-on-Hudson Bridge is a Main Connector Between Rensselaer and Albany Counties and Serves More Than 6.2 Million Vehicles Per…

Grants Support Nearly 250 New Public Charging Stations in 70 Communities Statewide New York State to Build More Than 1,300 Charging Stations for Agency Fleet Over Next Five Years Plans Build Upon State's Ongoing Investments in Electric Vehicle…

FreshConnect Fresh2You Initiative Now Provides $2 Checks for Every $2 Spent as Part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Up from $2 for Every $5 Spent Will Allow Families in Need to Purchase More Healthy Foods, Including Produce,…

Today, USA Today Network published an op-ed by Governor Kathy Hochul on the importance of Red Flag laws to prevent gun violence in the wake of the tragic shootings in Nashville and Louisville. The tragic scene that unfolded last month at the…

Funding Will Increase Retention and Completion Rates of Underrepresented Undergraduate and Graduate Students in the Mental Health Field Program Aims to Expand and Diversify the Mental Health Professionals Pipeline Governor Kathy Hochul today…

State to Stockpile 150,000 Doses of Misoprostol, a Five-Year Supply, to Meet Current Anticipated Needs Governor Working with Legislature on New Protections to Safeguard Access to Medication Abortion Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the…

Policy Includes New Guidance to Protect Remote Workers; Adds New Online Training Resources to Help New Yorkers Better Understand Their Rights Builds on Governor's Commitment to Improve Safety and Accountability in the Workplace Governor Kathy…

Governor Hochul: "This isn't just an attack on abortion, it's an attack on democracy. Courts have never before revoked a science backed decision made by the FDA. And if this decision stands, it could have unprecedented consequences that reach far…

Governor Also Intends to Nominate Caitlin J. Halligan to Serve as Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals; Supports Judge Joseph Zayas to Serve as Chief Administrative Judge Governor Kathy Hochul today nominated the Honorable Rowan D. Wilson,…

Governor Hochul: "This ruling is simply horrifying. And you just wonder, when will this stop? One year ago, women in this country had a constitutionally protected right to an abortion. Roe v. Wade was the law of the land for half a century. And…

Fulfills Commitment to Grant Clemency on a Rolling Basis Builds on Governor's Efforts to Reform Clemency Process, Including Convening an Advisory Panel of Impartial Experts, Dedicating Additional Staff Resources, and Increasing Communication with…

Teams Aimed at Helping Vulnerable Children and Youth Remain with Their Families During Mental Health Treatment; Aid in the Recovery Process Funding Will Establish the First Teams Dedicated to Serving Children with Developmental Disabilities and…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19 and outlined basic…

Current District Lines Were Drawn by Court-Appointed Special Master Without Accountability and With Limited Time for Public Input Without the Urgency of an Upcoming Election, Independent Redistricting Commission Would Have Time Necessary to Follow…

"I am horrified by a federal court ruling that seeks to restrict access to Mifepristone, a safe and effective form of abortion medication that has been used by more than five million people since the Food and Drug Administration approved it more…

"My top priority is public safety. Earlier today, the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision issued a warrant for Tyresse Minter, and he is now in custody. DOCCS is initiating the parole revocation process due to his indictment for…

Project Will Improve Travel Along 13-Mile Stretch of Vital Finger Lakes Connector New Tree Plantings, Landscaping to Create Natural Snow Barriers and Provide Habitats for Pollinators Investment Complements “Finger Lakes Forward”…

Approval of Financial Assistance Authorizes Municipal Access to the Capital Needed for Shovel Ready Projects to Protect Safe Drinking Water, Prevent Pollution and Reduce Risks to Public Health and the Environment Governor Kathy Hochul today…

"Tonight, many New Yorkers will observe Passover Seder, a tradition that has been passed down by generations of Jewish families. The Passover story retold around the Seder table is a beautiful reminder of the power of faith, the importance of family…

New Bike Lanes and Sidewalk Along Historic Union Avenue Will Improve Access to Saratoga Race Course and the City's Downtown District Union Avenue to be Resurfaced; Work Will Pause for Summer Racing Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that work…

New York Participates In Global Campaign To Raise Awareness About the Importance of Supporting Survivors Campaign Seeks to Educate Families, Friends, Colleagues, Law Enforcement and Other Professionals about How They Can Improve Their Response if…

"More than 50 school districts across New York have received disturbing 'swatting' threats today including in Central New York, Long Island, the Southern Tier and the North Country. I want to reassure parents that their children are safe at school -…

Apprenticeship Programs will Triple and Launch at All 10 CUNY Colleges that Offer Associate Degrees in Collaboration with the New York Jobs CEO Council Students in the Apprenticeship Program will be Paid, Earn Course Credit and Gain Hands-on Work…

"New Yorkers are concerned about public safety, the rising cost of housing, and ensuring high-quality schools for all our kids, and any budget deal must make progress on these core issues. I have been negotiating in good faith with the legislature,…

Directs State Landmarks to be Illuminated in Blue Tonight, April 3, to Spread Awareness State Office of Children and Family Services Hosts Annual Pinwheel Planting and Highlights Key Prevention Programs Governor Kathy Hochul today recognized…

Division of Human Rights Releases Statewide PSA Campaign Entitled "Fair Housing Protects, Knowledge Empowers" to Inform New Yorkers of Their Right to be Free from Housing Discrimination State Will Host Fair Housing Conference in New York City on…

Directs Landmarks Across New York State to be Illuminated Purple on Sunday, April 2 New York State Department of Veterans' Services Will Host Virtual and In-Person Events Throughout the Month for Military Children and Their Families Military…

Directs State Landmarks to be Illuminated in Teal Tonight, April 1, to Honor Survivors New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence to Host weekly 'Sexual Violence 101' Training; Installation in Recognition of Denim Day Governor…

Long-Awaited Transition to NYRx Provides Eight Million Members Expanded Access to Prescription Medications at More Than 5,000 Pharmacies Statewide Change Invests $705 Million in Medicaid Funding Directly to 340b providers, including Ryan White…

Feedback Collected Through Live Online Chat Function, Interviews and Surveys Will Be Used to Improve New Yorkers' Experience with the WIC Program Governor Delivers on State of the State Initiative to Make Customer Experience and Benefits…

Justice-Involved Individual to Open Schenectady Retail Dispensary on April 1 Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary Will Further the State's Equity and Justice-Centered New York State Seeding Opportunity Initiatives Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Budget Proposal Dedicates $491.9 Million to Address Gun Violence, Reduce Recidivism, and Support Criminal Justice System in Pandemic Recovery Shooting Incidents with Injury Declined 17 Percent in New York City and 15 Percent in the 20 Communities…

Legislation Will Allow State to Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Storefront Dispensaries as Quickly as Possible; Stores Could Be Fined More Than $10,000 Per Day for Unlawful Activities Will Strengthen Ongoing Enforcement Efforts by Giving New…

State Efforts Aimed at Keeping New Yorkers Safe in Wake of CDC Report Alerting of Increase in Drug-Resistant Fungal Infections New York State Department of Health Working with Health Care Facilities to Identify Cases and Take Precautions…

Governor Hochul: "It's clear there's much more work to do because New Yorkers deserve a criminal justice system that prioritizes both safety and justice...we cannot rest until every single New Yorker feels safe in their homes, in their streets, on…

NYPA Board of Trustees Awards Low-Cost Hydropower to Amazon in Support of $550 Million Western New York Expansion, Creating 1,000 Jobs in the Town of Niagara Board Also Approves Economic Development Awards to Micron in Central New York,…

New Yorkers Encouraged to Support Local Producers by Participating in Maple Weekend from March 18-19 and 25-26 New York Maple Syrup Production Reached Record High 845,000 Gallons in 2022; Ranks Second in the Nation Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Hochul: "Today, we are here because of the hard work of people for over a decade... And that's why we put $1 billion behind making sure we could restore the Humboldt Parkway. And I'm proud that this is one of four Reconnect Communities…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State landmarks will be lit green tonight, March 17, in honor of St. Patrick's Day. "My father's parents immigrated from Ireland to the United States in search of a better life and today I am…

Additional Funding to Support Research on New Glass Production and Reuse at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University Builds Upon New York State's Academic Partnerships and Bold Initiatives to Reduce Waste Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 11 Statewide Deaths Reported on March 16 COVID-19/Vaccine Update News Releases to Be Sent Weekly on Fridays…

Subways Reach 3.94 Million Riders on a Single Day for First Time Since March 2020 OMNY Surpasses Two Million Taps in a Single Day First Time Ever on March 16; Subway OMNY Taps Hit Record on Consecutive Days Governor Kathy Hochul announced today…

Today, Bloomberg published an op-ed by Governor Kathy Hochul on the importance of expanding access to child care and the steps New York State is taking to ensure businesses accommodate the needs of working families. Thirty-four years ago, I never…

Governor Hochul: "...Having the opportunity to have culturally sensitive and relevant professionals makes all the difference in the world, because they're more likely to open up, not just for mental health services, but all services if they're being…

Funding to Establish Statewide Networks to Offer Resources and Information for Families and Youth Networks to Also Support Advancement of Peer Advocates; Provide Input to Advise Future Policies and Programs Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 14 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Projects Underscore the Need for a Range of Housing Options to Assist New Yorkers Experiencing Homelessness Governor's FY 2024 Executive Budget Continues $128 Million in Annual Funding for Homeless Housing and Assistance Program Governor Kathy…

Department's Office of Consumer Services Aided Approximately 68,000 New Yorkers with Utility Complaints in 2022 As Part of National Consumer Protection Week, New York's Utility Regulator Details How It Directly Assists Consumers As a part of…

After Major Pharmacy Chain Declined to Offer FDA-Approved Mifepristone in Certain States, Governor and Attorney General Urge Corporations to Offer This Medication In New York Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Have Fought to Make New York a…

Sites Represent a Variety of Historic Resources, Including a Key Site Associated with Rochester's LGBTQ+ History, a Historic Synagogue in Manhattan's Upper West Side, a Public Park in Ithaca, a Church Connected to Yonkers' Civil Rights History and a…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 14 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Governor Joins Chobani CEO and Founder Hamdi Ulukaya in Asking Businesses and Individuals to Support Recovery New York-Based Turkish Philanthropy Fund Has Already Disbursed $2 Million, Raised $10 Million for Earthquake Relief Effort Governor Kathy…

Expansion of Street Outreach Services Aimed at Reaching Vulnerable and Underserved Populations Initiative the Latest to Utilize New York State's Opioid Settlement Fund Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that up to $3.75 million is available to…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 9 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Rochester Shooting Incidents with Injury Down 13 Percent, Murders Down 11 Percent, and 67 Fewer Individuals Injured by Gunfire in 2022 Compared to 2021 FY 2024 Executive Budget Includes More Than $20 Million to Drive Down Crime, Reduce Recidivism,…

New Yorkers Encouraged To Educate Themselves Against Having their Private Information Compromised Online State's Chief Privacy Officer and Chief Cyber Officer Partner with State Agencies To Raise Awareness on Guarding Against Data Breaches…

Funding Secured Through the Smart Schools Bond Act 61 Investment Plans Approved by Smart Schools Review Board $2 Billion Smart Schools Bond Act Supports Classroom Technology, School Connectivity and High-Tech Security Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Hochul: “To bring down crime once and for all, we need to invest in programs that stop gun violence. We need to put more police on the streets. We need to invest in mental health... I believe that a multifaceted approach is necessary…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 34 Statewide Deaths Reported from March 4 to March 6 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the…

$90 Million Awarded to Environmental Justice Communities Funding to Update Aging Water Infrastructure, Combat Harmful Algal Blooms, Protect Drinking Water, and Prevent Potential Contamination Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 12 Statewide Deaths Reported on March 3 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Starting Monday, March 6 — Adding Trains to Brooklyn and Lengthening Trains to Penn Station, Adding Cars to All Trains That Exceeded Capacity Last Week Increasing of Jamaica-Brooklyn Service to Reduce Wait Times and Dramatically Expanding…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Downtown Cohoes Governor…

Village of Coxsackie to Receive $4.5 Million; Villages of Kinderhook and Cambridge to Receive $2.25 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More…

Grants Will Allow Providers to Expand Harm Reduction and Treatment Services in High-Need Areas Works to Remove Barriers for Underserved Populations to Access Care Initiative Funded Through New York State's Opioid Settlement Fund's Latest Round…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 10 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Downtown Cohoes Governor…

Division of Consumer Protection Helped Nearly 20,000 New Yorkers with Consumer Complaints in 2022 To Kick Off National Consumer Protection Week, Division of Consumer Protection is Sharing the Top Five Categories of Consumer Complaints Received in…

New York State Department of Labor Will Develop New Child Labor Task Force, Create Employer Pledge Program to Protect Youth Workers, Establish Labor Trafficking Response Unit Builds on Department's Existing Public Education Campaign to Inform…

Sennett Meadows Senior Apartments Provides 60 Affordable Apartments to Town of Sennett, Including 18 with Supportive Services Investment Complements CNY Rising – the Region’s Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 14 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Downtown Kirkland and Clinton…

Village of Cooperstown to Receive $4.5 Million; Villages of Sharon Springs and Dolgeville to Receive $2.25 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More…

Fourteen Projects Across the State Will Leverage More Than $6.3 Million in Public/Private Funding to Support More Than 3,700 Trainees for Over 100 Business Partners Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Office of Strategic…

Governor Kathy Hochul today toured Patchogue in Suffolk County, Long Island with local leaders and elected officials to highlight key components of the New York Housing Compact — the Governor's comprehensive strategy announced in the Fiscal…

Governor Kathy Hochul toured an affordable housing development in Albany with local leaders and elected officials to highlight key components of the New York Housing Compact - the Governor's comprehensive strategy announced in the Fiscal Year 2024…

Up to A Foot of Snow or More is Expected in Parts of the Capital, Mohawk Valley and North Country Regions, With Locally Higher Amounts, Friday Evening Through Saturday Evening Southern Shore of Lake Ontario May Receive Up to Eight Inches of Snow…

Governor Hochul: "My plan is to have groundbreakings at the start of over 800,000 new housing units over the next decade...It's ambitious. It can be challenging, but as long as I'm Governor of the State of New York, I will never be afraid of the…

Issues Proclamation Designating March as Women’s History Month to Honor Trailblazers Who Have Shaped the State's History State Landmarks to be Lit Purple in Recognition of Women's History Month Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a…

Senate Majority Leader Schumer Joins Governor Hochul and MTA Chair and CEO Lieber at Ceremony at Grand Central Madison New LIRR Timetables Effective Tomorrow Increase Weekday Service by 41 Percent Largest LIRR Service Expansion with Trains…

Governor Hochul: “The day has finally arrived. And we start focusing on the needs of our commuters. Hardworking men and women looking to get to their jobs or get back home with their families. And again, we're making a positive difference in…

Governor Hochul: "There are 20 million New Yorkers who are with you today and every day as we stand up and call out antisemitism and racism and homophobia and all the other isms, because there's still far more of us than there are of them, and I…

Declaration Would Provide Federal Disaster Assistance for Local Governments in Erie, Genesee, Niagara, St. Lawrence and Suffolk Counties; Also Would Provide Funeral Assistance and Crisis Counseling for Communities in Western New York From a…

I LOVE NY Will Promote Black Travel Destinations, Events and Cultural Attractions to Encourage Black Travelers to Explore New York State Builds on I LOVE NY LGBTQ and Accessible NY Programs to Boost New York Tourism Among Diverse Populations…

State Takes Ownership of Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery from Seneca County, ­­Becoming the New York State Veterans Cemetery – Finger Lakes National Cemetery Administration to Provide $2.8 Million for Expansion and Improvements …

Investment in Fair Housing Testing Program Will Increase Investigations into Housing Discrimination and Enhance Education and Outreach Efforts on Fair Housing Rights Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a $2.2 million expansion of New…

State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities and the State University of New York to Offer Microcredentials for Direct Support Professionals Partnership Builds on Efforts to Expand Existing Direct Support Workforce and Support New…

Department of Agriculture and Markets to Administer Grant to Expand Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Builds Upon Governor Hochul’s Commitment to Boost New York’s Agriculture and Local Food Sourcing Governor Kathy Hochul…

I LOVE NY Will Promote Black Travel Destinations, Events and Cultural Attractions to Encourage Black Travelers to Explore New York State Builds on I LOVE NY LGBTQ and Accessible NY Programs to Boost New York Tourism Among Diverse Populations …

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 10 Statewide Deaths Reported on February 23 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Governor Hochul: "[W]hat Russia did a year ago, what Putin did a year ago, was an assault on our ally. It was a strike on their sovereignty, an invasion of their ideals, a violation of their values and a drive against their democracy - all values…

Actions Include Expediting the Implementation of Safer Tank Cars for Hazardous Materials Modernizing Braking Regulations and Systems to Prevent Potential Collisions Requiring Rail Roads to Provide Advance Notice to State Emergency Response Teams…

Command Chief Master Sgt. Denny Richardson to Serve as Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander of 15,000-Member First Air Force, which is Responsible for Aerospace Control and Air Defense of the Continental United States The First Air Force Also…

"It's outrageous and appalling that New York Congressman Santos would attach his name to legislation that would designate the AR-15 as the 'national gun of the United States.' This weapon of war has been used in mass shootings across the United…

Project Will Create More Than 4,000 Total Jobs Including 1,800 Union Construction Jobs Terminal 6 to Offer World-Class Passenger Amenities, Expanded Taxiway and Gate Capacity, State-of-the-Art Security and Streamlined Roadway Access Includes 30…

16 State Landmarks to be Lit the Evening of Friday, February 24 Directs Ukrainian Flag to be Flown Over the New York State Capitol Building Governor Reaffirms New York State's Support for the People of Ukraine Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Project Will Create More Than 4,000 Total Jobs Including 1,800 Union Construction Jobs Terminal 6 to Offer World-Class Passenger Amenities, Expanded Taxiway and Gate Capacity, State-of-the-Art Security and Streamlined Roadway Access Includes 30…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 17 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced details of key proposals from her Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget to grow jobs and boost the economy in the Mid-Hudson Region of New York. In line with the 2023 State of the State, the budget includes a major…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced details of key proposals from her Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget to grow jobs and boost the economy in the Mid-Hudson region of New York. In line with the 2023 State of the State, the budget includes…

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged caution as a winter storm is forecast to impact upstate regions beginning Wednesday afternoon, particularly in the North Country and parts of the Capital Region, Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley and…

Outreach Events Scheduled in Economic Development Regions to Connect Communities with Necessary Resources and Funding for Water Infrastructure Improvements Community Assistance Teams Available for On-Site and Virtual Consultations to Support…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Johnson City's Downtown …

Villages of Montour Falls and Waverly to Receive $4.5 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More Equitable Downtown Recovery for New York’s…

Budget Includes Over $151 Million for Department of Transportation Capital Projects in the Southern Tier; Over $23 Million for Local Road and Pothole Repairs Includes $50 Million for Binghamton University to Continue Establishing Hub for Battery…

New York's Flagship Eat Local, Drink Local Program Has Delivered Over $100 Million in Economic Impacts Open House at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center Highlights New York State Farmers and Agricultural Producers and Regional Tourism Offerings Series…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 78 Statewide Deaths Reported from February 18 to February 21 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced details of the Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund, a $150 million funding initiative specifically for mixed-use housing and infrastructure projects throughout the Mid-Hudson Region, to help communities meet growing…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Village of Sleepy Hollow, and the Town of Cornwall and the Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson, will each receive $4.5 million in funding as the two Mid-Hudson Region winners of the first round of NY Forward.…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the City of Port Jervis will receive $10 million in funding as the Mid-Hudson Region winner of the sixth round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. For DRI Round 6, each of the state's 10 economic…

Five Outstanding Incoming SUNY Students to Receive Full Scholarships Honors Carey Gabay's Legacy and Commitment to Social Justice, Leadership, and Mentorship Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the five 2022-23 winners of the Carey Gabay…

Targeted Grants to Enhance Public Safety by Strengthening Resiliency of Emergency Communications Systems Public Safety Funding Awarded to 14 Counties in Upstate Regions, Providing Up to $6 Million Per County Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

$4.38 Million in Grant Funding Will Support Professional Training and Job Placements for High-Skilled Immigrants in New York Expansion of Professional Pathways for High-Skilled Immigrants Program Builds on Governor Hochul's Commitment to…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 19 Statewide Deaths Reported on February 16 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

State Troopers Arrested 183 People for DWI During Super Bowl Weekend The New York State Police today announced that Troopers issued more than 11,800 tickets during a special STOP DWI traffic enforcement period over Super Bowl Weekend. During the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced annual attendance at state parks, historic sites, campgrounds and trails operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation saw a record 79.5 million visits in 2022. Total…

Registration Waived for Out-of-State Snowmobilers for March 3 to 5 First Weekend in March to be Dedicated to Free Snowmobile Weekend Each Year Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that beginning March 3 to 5 this year, and annually thereafter,…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 13 Statewide Deaths Reported on February 15 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Perry's Downtown Governor…

Villages of Geneseo and Medina To Receive $4.5 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative To Support a More Equitable Downtown Recovery for New York's Smaller and Rural…

Budget Includes Nearly $20 Million to Support Higher Education Projects in Strategic Workforce Sectors Includes $96 Million to Construct and Revitalize Necessary Transportation Infrastructure and $15 Million to Upgrade Green Spaces Governor…

Budget Includes Nearly $40 Million to Support Higher Education Projects in Strategic Workforce Sectors Includes $96 Million to Construct and Revitalize Necessary Transportation Infrastructure and $15 Million to Upgrade Green Spaces Governor…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 27 Statewide Deaths Reported on February 10 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

$1 Billion Plan Will Fix New York State's Continuum of Mental Health Care Governor Follows Through on Pledge Not To Raise Income Taxes for FY 2024 Budget New York Housing Compact Will Build 800,000 New Homes, Address Statewide Housing Shortage …

Earlier today, after Governor Kathy Hochul presented the FY 2024 Executive Budget, New York State Division of the Budget Acting Budget Director Sandra L. Beattie held a technical briefing and a media availability. VIDEO of the event is available on…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 26 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 31 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Sixteen-Unit Electric Vehicle Fast-Charging Hub to Expand New York Power Authority's EVolve NY Network Making High-Speed Charging More Accessible to Residents and Visitors Southern Tier High-Traffic Hub to Help State Advance Transition to Electric…

Governor Hochul: "...this Gateway project, has been talked about a long time. We need this done. This is the lifeblood of not just our region, but the entire nation's economy." Hochul: "I'm going to take advantage of this almost $300 million in…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 66 Statewide Deaths Reported from January 28 to January 30 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers…

Federal Funding Will Allow Six Providers to Establish Substance Use and Prevention Coalitions to Focus on Delivering Services to High-Need Populations Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $5.25 million in awards to establish six substance use and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that over $22 million has been awarded to support 21 projects across New York State through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Round XII included core capital grant and tax-credit funding from…

Today, the New York Daily News published an op-ed by Governor Kathy Hochul on the Grieving Families Act ahead of tonight's deadline for action. There has been much discussion about the merits of changing New York's wrongful death statute, first…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 30 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 27 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Major Subway Crime Down 16 Percent Since Cops, Cameras and Care Initiative Announced in October, Compared to Same Time Period in Prior Year Crime Rate on Subway Returning to Pre-Pandemic Levels Second Lowest Level of Transit Crime in Any January…

Major Subway Crime Down 16 Percent Since Cops, Cameras and Care Initiative Announced in October, Compared to Same Time Period in Prior Year Crime Rate on Subway Returning to Pre-Pandemic Levels Second Lowest Level of Transit Crime in Any January…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State landmarks will be lit yellow tonight, January 27, to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Held on the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, International Holocaust…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 21 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 26 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Company Will Create 500 Jobs Through a 5-year $68 Million Investment Plan in the Mid-Hudson Region and Build Environmentally and Economically Friendly Zinc-air Long Duration Energy Storage Systems Anchor Tenant in the New $100 Million iPark 87…

"I commend my friend and partner Mayor Eric Adams for outlining an inspiring and ambitious vision for New York City in his second State of the City address. Our city faces numerous challenges that require bold action and an all-hands-on-deck…

State's Counter Terrorism Teams Conducted Assessments and Exercises at a Variety of Businesses, Critical Infrastructure Sites and Rail Stations Throughout 2022, Will Continue These Efforts to Enhance Public Safety in 2023 Division of Homeland…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 34 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 25 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

20-Minute Grand Central Direct Service Between Jamaica and Grand Central Madison Begins Initial Operation, With Full Expansion Coming Soon Grand Central Madison Enables the First Direct Transfers Between the LIRR and Metro-North Railroad…

Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Provides Year-Round Training to State's Public Safety Agencies and Personnel to Address Current and Evolving Threat Landscape Demand for Training Continues to Grow Following a 16-Month Pause Due…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 33 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

20-Minute Grand Central Direct Service Between Jamaica and Grand Central Madison Begins Initial Operation, With Full Expansion Coming Soon Grand Central Madison Enables the First Direct Transfers Between the LIRR and Metro-North Railroad…

New Center is $500,000 Upgrade, Four Times the Size of Former Location,and has Space for Twice the Number of Staff One of 10 Across the State Funded by a Record $15 Million Investment Secured by Governor Hochul Governor Highlighted Major Public…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Huntington Station's Downtown…

City of Long Beach and Village of Lindenhurst to Receive $4.5 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More Equitable Downtown Recovery for New York's…

New Center is $500,000 Upgrade, Four Times the Size of Former Location, and has Space for Twice the Number of Staff One of 10 Across the State Funded by a Record $15 Million Investment Secured by Governor Hochul Governor Highlighted Major Public…

All SNAP Households to Receive at Least the Maximum Level of Food Benefits for January Monthly Supplemental Food Benefits Will End After February Payment Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 85 Statewide Deaths Reported from January 21 to January 23 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on…

Governor Hochul: "We're going to keep fighting for our rights, so the next generation will know how much we care about their rights and equality and reproductive freedom. Because this is the birthplace of all the rights, and I know how important it…

"The horrifying, extreme decision by the United States Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade was a direct attack on our rights and protections. "Here in New York, we will continue to take bold measures to protect the rights of New Yorkers, and I…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Dunkirk's Downtown…

Village of Lancaster and Village of Wellsville to Receive $4.5 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More Equitable Downtown Recovery for New York's…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize Ticonderoga's Downtown…

Village of Cape Vincent to Receive $4.5 Million; Villages of Lyons Falls & Waddington to Receive $2.25 Million Each New $100 Million NY Forward Program Builds on Momentum of the Successful Downtown Revitalization Initiative to Support a More…

$4.5 Million Awarded to Villages of Lancaster and Wellsville as Western New York Winners of First Round of NY Forward Program Governor Hochul: "We're trying to bring back our downtowns and make them shine like they did a long time ago. And also be…

Governor Hochul: "In my State of the State address, with Rochester top of mind, and the extraordinary accomplishments here, we proposed a program to drastically reduce the risk of lead exposure in rental properties." Hochul: "I love a big…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 22 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 20 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Governor Hochul: "For the rest of our lives we'll be grateful to all the firefighters and the snowmobile clubs and the citizens and the emergency personnel and the police and elected leaders and just the food banks - everybody who showed me that my…

New Yorkers Encouraged to Educate and Protect Themselves Against Having their Personal Information Compromised Online During Data Privacy Week State's First Chief Privacy Officer Partners with State Agencies to Raise Awareness; Guard Against…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 34 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 19 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Governor Hochul: "Generations from now, they'll look back and not have those hard looks, sad stories of loss and people leaving the area, the jobs going, the people going, our capital going... Today says that that trajectory is now over. We are…

Grants to Establish Low Threshold Buprenorphine Services to be the First Awarded Through the State's Opioid Settlement Fund Funding Supports Comprehensive Approach to Reduce Fatal Overdoses and Address New York's Opioid Crisis Governor Kathy…

One-Time Bill Credit Available to Help More Than 534,000 New Yorkers Pay Utility Bills Largest Utility Customer Financial Assistance Program in State History Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that 478,000 residential customers and 56,000…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Officials to Revitalize East Harlem Governor Kathy…

Downtown Revitalization Investments are a Critical Part of the State's Comprehensive Economic Development and Community Growth Strategy State to Work with Residents, Community Leaders and Public Ocials to Revitalize East Harlem Governor Hochul:…

Includes $61.4 Million for 202 Affordable Homes in Saratoga Springs, $40.1 Million for Affordable and Supportive Housing Complex in Buffalo, $20.4 Million Renovation of Mitchell-Lama Cooperative in Harlem Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more…

Major Milestone for New York State's Cannabis Industry with January 24 Opening in Manhattan Supported by the New York Cannabis Social Equity Investment Fund, Dispensary Provides Opportunity to Fast-Track Sales and Build Initial Capital for Licensee…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 20 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 18 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

"The Supreme Court has once again denied a request to block the State's laws regulating firearms — allowing us to continue our work to protect New Yorkers. Public safety is my top priority, and as we make major investments in law enforcement…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 96 Statewide Deaths Reported from January 14 to January 17 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers…

Newly Announced Decontamination Protocols Reduce Firefighters' Exposure to Toxic Contaminants by 85 Percent State Office of Fire Prevention and Control Expanding Classes and Trainings to Include Cancer Awareness and Prevention Education Sessions…

"Today, New Yorkers had the opportunity to hear directly from Judge LaSalle, and what they heard was an affirmation of his commitment to fairness and justice above all else. He also shared his personal background and views, including his deeply held…

State Funding to Establish Eight Teams of Behavioral Health Professionals to Address the Immediate Needs of Unhoused New Yorkers Teams Modeled After Those Used Successfully in New York City Will Be Deployed in Areas of New York State with High…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 40 Statewide Deaths Reported on January 13 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

13 State Landmarks To Be Lit the Evening of Monday, January 16 Lighting Commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life, Legacy, and Impact on Creating a More Just and Equal Society Read Proclamation Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

Governor Hochul: "I assure you that those of us in government know the responsibility that's been entrusted to us by the people to carry on his dream, his vision, and that means creating more affordable housing because housing is a human right. More…

Governor Hochul: "We all have a moral obligation to take the torch that Dr. King left and gave it to us. Make it glow even brighter. And that's why as a Governor, I can make sure that we focus on the issues that reflect our belief in justice."…

Governor Hochul: "This is just one community, but all across the state, people are expecting him to have the process, the fairness that has been accorded every other similarly-situated nominee in the history of our state. They all had their chance,…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 30 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Now Partnering with Buffalo, Schenectady and Yonkers Police Departments to Develop and Launch Project Alternatives to Arrest and Trust Building Programs for Justice-Involved Youth Governor Kathy…

Tax Revenue Funds Education, Youth Sports Programming and Problem Gambling Prevention Treatment and Recovery Services More Than $16 Billion Wagered on Sports in New York State in First Year of Operation Upon the one-year anniversary of mobile…

Approval of Financial Assistance Authorizes Municipal Access to the Capital Needed for Shovel Ready Projects that Reduce Risks to Public Health and the Environment Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $143 million in financial assistance for…

Company Will Create More than 1,600 New Green Jobs at its Slingerlands Facility Complements Governor Hochul's Bold Environmental Agenda for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Combating Climate Change Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the…

First Clean Water Infrastructure Project Funded by the Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law In New York State $27 Million in Total State and Federal Investments Will Improve Water Quality and Storm Resiliency by Upgrading Wastewater…

Governor Hochul: "This is a new chapter in the green energy revolution. As the story's being written, the story unfolds. Everyone will look back, that this is the place where a fascinating part of this grew right here." Hochul: "All the workers,…

Governor Hochul: "And all the farmers and all the different ways that you've innovated to use God's gift, the beautiful Earth that's been entrusted to us - it's amazing. It's amazing. But I also know you've had to deal with global supply chain…

Follows More Than $550 Million in State Investment to Renovate Sports Facilities, Improve Roads and Bridges, Upgrade Sports Infrastructure in Preparation for the Games Games Will Include Several Measures to Promote Climate Action in Line with…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 38 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

"Keeping New Yorkers safe is my top priority. I'm pleased that this Supreme Court order will allow us to continue enforcing the gun laws we put in place to do just that. We believe that these thoughtful, sensible regulations will help to prevent gun…

Governor's Plan Will Make Child Care More Affordable For New Yorkers, Streamline the Application Process, Expand Access, and Support Child Care Infrastructure Governor Hochul: "I want to put the spotlight on something that's going to have a…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul visited an early education classroom in the Bronx. Additionally, Governor Hochul highlighted a plan to make New York's child care system fairer, more affordable, and easier to access, as part of the 2023 State of…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 41 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Two New Bridges Between Exits 26 & 28 in Pleasantville Improve Resiliency Against Severe Weather Events Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that major construction has been completed on two new bridges that carry the Saw Mill River Parkway…

Transformative Plan will Increase Capacity for Inpatient Psychiatric Treatment by 1,000 Beds and Add 3,500 Housing Units Serving Individuals with Mental Illness Governor Calls for Systemic Accountability for Mental Health Admissions and Discharges;…

Expands New York State Police Community Stabilization Units, Bolsters Trooper Participation in Federal Task Forces and Increases the Division's Ranks by Offering an Unprecedented Four Academy Classes for New Recruits Doubles State Funding for…

New York Housing Compact Will Set Local Housing Targets, Include Local Participation to Achieve Housing Growth in Every Community Includes Proposals to Remove Obstacles to Approvals, Grow Development Opportunities in New York City, and Incentivize…

“Achieving the New York Dream” Agenda Includes 147 Bold Initiatives to Create a More Affordable, More Livable and Safer New York “New York Housing Compact” Strategy to Address New York’s Housing Crisis, Build 800,000…

Economywide Cap-And-Invest Program Will Fund a Sustainable Future While Protecting Consumers Governor Advances Recent Climate Action Council Recommendation; Directs DEC and NYSERDA to Design an Emission Reductions Program with Robust Stakeholder…

Announces Energy Affordability Guarantee, a First-in-the-Nation Pilot Program to Ensure Participating New Yorkers Never Pay More than Six Percent of Their Incomes on Electricity? Plan Would Deliver $200 Million in Utility Bill Relief for Over…

New Initiatives Will Streamline the Child Care Application Process, Expand Access to Child Care, and Support New York’s Child Care Infrastructure Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a sweeping plan to make New York’s child care system…

Targeted Investments Will Develop High-Growth Industries and Strengthen State’s Supply Chain Plan Will Expand Signature Business Attraction Programs to Bring More World-Class Companies to New York State and Spur Job Growth Governor Kathy…

Proposes Indexing New York’s Minimum Wage to Inflation, Benefiting Hundreds of Thousands of New Yorkers – Especially Women and People of Color To Help Workers and Employers Meet the Needs of the 21st Century Economy, Governor Releases…

Initiatives Will Transform the Cost and Delivery of Health Care and Address the Most Pressing Needs of Underserved Communities Plans to Establish a Nation-Leading Public Health Disease Monitoring and Surveillance System to Prepare for Future…

MTA to Expand "City Ticket" to Include Peak Hours, Giving LIRR and Metro-North Customers a Low-Cost, Flat-Fare Within New York City Announces Interborough Express Will Move Forward Using Light Rail Following Planning and Environmental Study $10…

Reduces Bureaucratic Hurdles, Streamlines Access to Government Agencies, Shortens Processing Times and Improves Access to Child Care Assistance, Tax Credits, and Critical Food Benefits for Women, Infants and Children New "Chief Customer Experience…

"Achieving the New York Dream" Agenda Includes 147 Bold Initiatives to Create a More Affordable, More Livable and Safer New York "New York Housing Compact" Strategy to Address New York's Housing Crisis, Build 800,000 New Homes Over Next Decade …

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 96 Statewide Deaths Reported from January 7 to January 9 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on…

Provides 12 Weeks of Fully Paid Parental Leave for Unrepresented New York State Employees Will Engage State Unions on Extending Benefit Through Collective Bargaining Process Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a nation-leading proposal to offer…

Greater Access to Services and Long-Term Care Will Help Older New Yorkers and Individuals with Disabilities to Live, Work, and Age Where They Want Revitalization of EMS Services and Medical Transportation Will Help More New Yorkers Access Health…

Major Investments Will Expand Cyber Protection For Local Governments, Building on Historic, $61.9 Million FY 2023 Budget Investment State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Will Establish First-Ever, Specialized Industrial Control…

All Public Colleges and Universities in the SUNY and CUNY Systems Will Offer Abortion Care Legislation Will Provide New Yorkers with Over-The-Counter Contraception, Prescribed by Pharmacists Proposal Would Protect Personal Data of Women Seeking…

Office to Lead and Centralize Efforts to Implement Micron’s $100 Billion Investment in Central New York Develops and Advances Policies to Attract Semiconductor Industry, Supply Chain, and Skilled Workers to New York Coordinates Workforce…

Fully Funds Foundation Aid at Historic Level of Financial Support, Investing in Students More than Any Other State Expands Full-Day Public Prekindergarten to an Additional 17,500 4-Year-Olds Establishes Statewide High-Impact Tutoring Programs to…

Proposal Will Increase Food System Resiliency, Encourage Investments to Modernize Farms, and Build an Agricultural Workforce Pipeline for the Future Governor to Issue Executive Order to Bolster Demand for New York State Foods and Dramatically…

Combined 309 MW Solar Facilities to Bring Over $458 Million to Local Economy, Power 69,000 New York Homes 11 Large-Scale Renewable Energy Projects Approved by ORES Since Its Creation in 2021 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 39 Statewide Deaths Reported on Friday, January 6 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the…

"No one puts more on the line to care for New Yorkers than our nurses, which is why my team has been pushing for a fair labor agreement for these dedicated professionals and to ensure they have safe working conditions. For weeks now, we have been…

Major General Donnell Became the First Woman to Command the Air Guard When She Was Appointed by Governor Hochul in April 2022 Major General Donnell is One of Only Five Women to Attain the Two-Star Rank of Major General in the New York National…

335 Elevators Will Be Replaced as Part of Large-Scale Modernization Work That Will Improve Elevator Service at 20 Developments $300 Million Funding Agreement Between NYCHA and DASNY Will Deliver Much-Needed Repairs to Developments in All Five…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 26 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Public Invited to Attend a Free Special Screening of the Program Friday, January 13, at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center Program Hosted by Reverend Dr. Mashona Walston, Senior Minister of First Church in Albany Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Hochul: "I'm proud to serve you. So proud to represent you. And I'll keep fighting for you every single day of my life. And I say right now, let's celebrate the Three Kings. Let's get out there and talk about this beautiful, diverse culture…

Venue Will Host Curling Competitions During Upcoming Lake Placid 2023 World University Games Revitalized Facility Enhances Regional Sports Infrastructure to Support Future Events, Complements State Investments in ORDA Facilities Games Happening…

Program Prepares the Next Generation of Policy Makers to Lead New York State Applications Opened on January 1, 2023 and Will be Accepted through April 3, 2023 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the application period for the 2023 class of…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 36 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combatting…

Program Will Invest Up To $250,000 in Early-Stage Startup Companies With Matching Funds From Private Sector Part of New York's $500 Million Federal Funding Allocation to Support Small Businesses, Particularly in Traditionally Underserved…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Police issued 32,934 tickets and arrested 453 people for impaired driving during the National DWI Crackdown which started on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, and continued through New Year's Day…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 124 Statewide Deaths Reported Between December 31 and January 3 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 30 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 30 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Upgrades Include New Visitor Center, Improved Parking, and Enhanced Exhibits Site is One of Last remaining 19th Century Great Estates on the South Shore of Long Island Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a $9.3 million…

Governor Hochul: "[O]bstacles don't define us. Rather, it is the unparalleled courage and character of us that defines us as a people. So my confidence in the future is steeped in our glorious past - in the face of adversity, we always persist. We…

Awards Support Governor Hochul's Historic $25 Billion, Five-Year Plan to Build or Preserve 10,000 Units of Supportive Housing Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 125 conditional awards for annual funding to provide services and operating…

State Department of Transportation Awarded $446 Million Contract for Latest Phase of Transformative Project in South Bronx Work Includes Reconstruction of Bruckner Expressway/Sheridan Boulevard Interchange and Completion of the New Bryant Avenue…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 35 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 29 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Improvements Slated for the Track and Field, Arts Center, and Locker Rooms at New York City's Most Visited Park Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a $26 million investment in Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in Harlem. The investment includes…

Legislation (S.5994C/A.1338C) Establishes Registration System for Contractors and Subcontractors Engaged in Public Work and Covered Private Projects to Better Enforce Labor Laws and Regulations Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation…

Housing Works Cannabis Co, a Non-Profit Supporting Formerly Incarcerated New Yorkers, Makes First Cannabis Sale Today in Manhattan to NYS OCM Executive Director Chris Alexander Cannabis Supply Chain Started by the Seeding Opportunity Initiative is…

Thieves Using Skimming Devices To Steal Benefits from Electronic Benefit Transfer Card Users Federal Funding Bill Includes Provision To Issue Additional Assistance to Victims of Stolen Benefits Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers who…

Grants Support New York State's Climate Goals through Greenhouse Gas Reductions, Climate Change Adaptation, and Community Resilience Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the State Department of Environmental Conservation's Climate Smart…

Funding Through Three Signature Department of State Programs Will Help Communities Revitalize Waterfronts, Redevelop Abandoned Industrial Sites and Create Environmentally Sustainable Neighborhoods Over 50 Percent of Communities Awarded Serve…

Legislation (S4104-A/A7006-B) Makes Available Tools and Parts to Enable Consumer to Fix Their Own Electronic Devices Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Digital Fair Repair Act (S4104-A/A7006-B) into law making New York the first state in the nation…

Two $50 Million RFAs Are Part of Broader Strategy To Develop and Strengthen Long Island's Economic Competitiveness Governor Kathy Hochul today announced two Requests for Applications as part of the $350 million Long Island Investment Fund. Empire…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 33 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 28 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Statewide State of Emergency Remains in Effect as Historic Winter Storm Continues to Heavily Impact Western New York and the North Country Additional 200 National Guard Soldiers Deploying to Western New York on Monday to Assist New York's Emergency…

Earlier today, Governor Hochul held a virtual storm briefing to update New Yorkers as a winter storm continues to impact the state. On Thursday, Governor Hochul declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of the event. Additionally, Governor…

Governor Hochul: "[T]he basic message is, we're going to continue to keep warming centers open, encourage people to stay home. Roads are closed throughout Western New York and will be, probably through Christmas Day.” Hochul: “In…

Statewide State of Emergency Remains in Effect as Historic Winter Storm Continues to Heavily Impact Western New York and Beyond National Guard Soldiers Deployed to Western New York to Assist New Yorkers Unable to Travel for Emergencies; State…

Legislation (S.5690/A.372) Prohibits Copayments For Treatment at Opioid Treatment Programs Legislation (S.7378/A.8339) Requires the Department of Health To Publish Reports on the Department's Website Detailing Sales of Opioids Sold in the State …

Governor Hochul: "This is an epic, statewide hazard. There's no other way to describe this than, this is having an impact everywhere. And fortunately, we have the most experienced team in America to deal with all kinds of disasters." Hochul: "I…

"New Yorkers are experiencing a life threatening and dangerous winter storm, with freezing temperatures and coastal flooding statewide, and snow and ice particularly in Western and Northern New York. "In coordination with Erie County Executive Mark…

Legislation (S.2951A/A.8858A) Provides Voters More Time to Register To Vote Ahead of an Election Reduces Registration Deadline from 25 Days to 10 Days Prior to Election Day Governor Hochul today signed legislation (S.2951A/A.8858A) that increases…

More Than 1,600 Outstanding STEM Teacher-Leaders Earning Master Teacher Recognition Across New York State New Application Round for K-12 STEM Teachers and K-12 Counselors Now Open Until February 25, 2023 Governor Kathy Hochul announced the…

Legislation A.3904B/S.5579A Protects Against Cyber Threats to New York's Electric Grid New York Leads Nation in Response to President Biden's Calls to Further Secure Critical Infrastructure Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation…

Legislation S.621B/A.4947B Amends the Penal Law to Add Criminal Corporate Liability for the Death or Serious Physical Injury of an Employee Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation establishing Carlos' Law. The legislation (S.621B/A.4947B)…

Legislation (A.9604/S.8937) Authorizes Runaway and Homeless Youth Under 18 Receiving Support Services To Consent to their Medical, Dental, Health, and Hospital Care Legislation (A.1880A/S.2534A) Requires Home Health Aides and Nurse's Aides To…

Eight Downtown Revitalization Projects Will Improve Walkability and Connectivity; Enhance Housing and Employment Opportunities; and Expand Community Services and Cultural Amenities Governor Kathy Hochul today announced eight transformational…

Legislation S7867-A/A9596-A Will Help Survivors of Sexual Assault Track Evidence Collection Kits Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S7867-A/A9596-A) to establish a statewide electronic tracking system for sexual offense evidence…

Aquarium of Niagara to Start Construction on Great Lakes 360 at Shuttered Niagara Gorge Museum; Progress on Niagara Falls Heritage Gateways Project Advances Both Projects Will Help Reconnect the People of Niagara Falls to the Waterways That Define…

Governor Hochul today nominated the Honorable Hector D. LaSalle, Presiding Justice of New York Supreme Court's Second Department, as the next Chief Judge of the New York State Court of Appeals. Governor Hochul also announced her strong support for…

Legislation (A.25/S.3275) Exempts Certain Utility and Other Workers from Travel Bans Declared during Emergencies Legislation (A.1905/S.1086) Requires a Plan for the Delivery of Medicine and Medical Supplies to Pharmacies, Hospitals, and Nursing…

Governor Hochul: "I cherish this community and never, ever take for granted this gift you have to live in a place as extraordinary as Niagara Falls. So, let's continue to tell the story. Let's elevate it. Let's continue making these investments and…

Heavy Rain and Snow, Strong Winds, Coastal and Lakeshore Flooding, Flash Freezing, Extremely Low Wind Chills and Power Outages All Possible Over Next Several Days as Winter Storm Moves Across New York State Beginning 6 a.m. Friday — Full…

Legislation (A.266A/S.145B) Requires Businesses to Post Notice Alerting Customers About Gift Card Scams Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (A.266A/S.145B) that will protect consumers from scammers by requiring businesses give notice of…

Master Plan for Aging Council Taps 28 Experts on Age-Friendly Policies, Supports, Community Infrastructure and Health Services Committee Members' Expertise to Advise Plan to Develop Healthy, Inclusive Communities for Aging New Yorkers Governor…

An Expert Jurist, LaSalle Brings Strong Experience Building Consensus and Increasing Access to Justice Hon. Edwina G. Richardson-Mendelson Would Serve as Chief Administrative Judge Governor Kathy Hochul today nominated the Honorable Hector D.…

67 Grants will Support Critical Repairs and Accessibility Modifications Funding Will Assist Seniors, Veterans, and Disabled Individuals Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $20.7 million in grants that are expected to support critical repairs and…

Nine Downtown Revitalization Projects Enhance Business and Housing Opportunities; Improve Streetscape Walkability and Public Spaces; and Expand Arts and Cultural Amenities Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nine transformational projects in the…

"Unlocking Opportunity" Report Summarizes Commission's Findings, Provides Short- and Long-Term Recommendations To Lay Groundwork for Successful Prison Redevelopment Governor Kathy Hochul today released the recommendations of the New York Prison…

Legislation S.9441/A.7919-A Allows Public Agencies and Authorities in New York to Purchase Salt Used for Deicing from Mines in the United States Supports Good-Paying Jobs at New York Salt Mines in Upstate Communities Governor Hochul today signed…

An Expert Jurist, LaSalle Brings Strong Experience Building Consensus and Increasing Access to Justice Hon. Edwina G. Richardson-Mendelson Would Serve as Chief Administrative Judge Governor Hochul: "Today I nominated an individual, an exceptional…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 39 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 21 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Twelve Strategic Downtown Revitalization Projects Enhance Walkability and Connectivity between the Southwest Gateway and Downtown Syracuse, Expand Business and Housing Opportunities Through Redevelopment and Infill Development and Improve Community…

Eight Downtown Revitalization Projects Increase the City's Walkability and Bikeability, Expand Business and Housing Opportunities and Improve Public Spaces and Amenities Governor Kathy Hochul today announced eight transformational projects in the…

Heavy Rain, Snow, High Winds, Flash Freezing, Flooding and Power Outages All Possible This Week as Winter Storm Moves into New York State New York's Utilities Surging Additional 2,200 External Workers to Respond to the Storm Governor Hochul Urges…

1,435 Donations Collected Will Go to Families Across All 10 Regions of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of New York's annual statewide donation drive to benefit families in need across all 10 regions of the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State will continue with the $15.00 minimum hourly wage phase-in for upstate counties on December 31, 2022. Workers outside of New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County will see an…

Legislation S.688/A.807 Requires Insurance Companies to Cover Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) to Help End the HIV Epidemic in New York Governor Hochul today signed legislation (S.688/A.807) requiring insurance…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 25 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 20 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

10 State Landmarks To Be Lit the Evening of Wednesday, December 21 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 10 state landmarks will be illuminated blue and yellow tonight, Wednesday, December 21, in honor of Ukrainian President Volodymyr…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the final scoping report for the Kensington Expressway project in East Buffalo. The report is an important step in the environmental review process and takes into account various factors -…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that construction has begun for the transformative $1.2 billion redevelopment of the former 27-acre Brooklyn Developmental Center property in Brooklyn's East New York neighborhood. The initial $373 million phase…

Governor Kathy Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers to spend time in the outdoors this holiday season and celebrate the New Year at state parks, historic sites, wildlife areas, canal trails, and public lands across the Empire State on January 1,…

Groundbreaking on $373 Million Initial Phase of Redevelopment at Brooklyn Developmental Center Now Underway, Will Create Nearly 600 Affordable Homes Multi-Phase Community Development Part of the State's Vital Brooklyn Initiative To Address Economic…

Mount Aaron Village Offers 59 Affordable Homes, Including 18 with Supportive Services, and New Community Health Clinic Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Mount Aaron Village, a new $20.3 million affordable and supportive…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 29 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 16 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 35 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $24.3 million has been awarded to support 56 municipalities and not-for-profit organizations for park improvements, heritage area enhancements and historic preservation projects through Round XII of the Regional…

First Nor'easter of the Winter Season Continues to Impact Parts of Upstate NY with More Than One Foot of Snow Expected in North Country, Mohawk Valley, and Capital Regions; Higher Elevations Could See Nearly Two Feet Through Saturday Parts of…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced eleven transformational projects in Chinatown as part of its $20 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. In Round 5 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, the Regional Economic Development Councils…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.9049/A.10176) to modernize the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law and authorize the New York State Liquor Authority to grant eligible catering facilities a license to serve liquor at weddings, banquets…

$11.7 Million Awarded Through Competitive Process FY 2023 Budget Provided $125 Million to Expand Access to Full-Day Pre-K Governor Hochul announced $11.7 million delivered across New York to expand access to pre-K for four-year-old children. The…

Governor Hochul today signed legislation to crack down on violent crimes against police officers. Legislation (S.772A/A.6318B) will establish a Blue Alert system to aid in the identification, location, and apprehension of individuals suspecting of…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the Green Purchasing Communities Program to recognize local governments that commit to buying sustainable products, helping to protect public health and the environment. The new program promotes…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 14 transformational projects in the City of North Tonawanda as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The Awards will leverage the community's rich historic, cultural, and natural…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced five transformational projects in the Village of Newark as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The awards encourage a sense of place where residents and visitors can participate in…

Snow to Begin Thursday Afternoon with More than One Foot Expected in the North Country, Mohawk Valley and Capital Regions, and Higher Elevations in Those Regions Will See Nearly Two Feet of Snow Through Saturday Parts of Central New York and…

Legislation (S.6903/A.7986) and (S.9471/A.10508) Expand Eligibility for SCRIE and DRIE Housing Affordability Programs Legislation (S.9032B/A.10414A) Expands Eligibility to Battery Park City for SCHE, DHE, SCRIE, DRIE Homeowner and Renter…

Governor Hochul: "We are ready to respond with up to 6,500 utility workers, which really have become frontline workers when you're desperately trying to get the heat back on the house. So, we'll be ready for this. New York is ready as we always are…

Governor Kathy Hochul today unveiled a "New York State Licensed Cannabis Dispensary" verification tool that will be posted in the windows of legally licensed retail dispensaries, which are set to begin opening before the end of this year. The…

Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 27 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged caution in advance of a winter storm forecast to impact most of the state, particularly the North Country, Mohawk Valley, Capital Region, Mid-Hudson and Central New York regions, with a mixture of snow and rain…

Legislation (S.1130/A.4283) Bans the Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits at Retail Pet Stores Allows Pet Stores to Charge Shelters Rent to Use Their Space for Adoptions Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.1130/A.4283) to ban the sale of…

Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams today announced the New New York: Making New York Work For Everyone action plan developed by the New New York Panel, which the Governor and Mayor convened earlier this year. The action plan includes a set…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 11 transformational projects in the City of Troy as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The awards will enhance the city's vibrant arts and culture scene, improve walkability,…

New New York: Making New York Work For Everyone Action Plan Puts Forth 40 Initiatives as a Roadmap for the Future Plan Includes Five Areas of Focus for 2023 to Support the Regional Economy and Make New York City an Even Better Place to Live and…

$8 Million Available to Install Fast Chargers in Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse, Including Underserved Communities $7 Million in Awards Announced to ChargePoint and EVGateway to Improve Access in Upstate New York $8 Million Available for New York…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 11 transformational projects in the Village of Tannersville as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The Awards will leverage the community's rich historic, culture, and natural…

Transformational Project Will Bring 174 Permanently Affordable Homes, A Shelter With 169 Homes for the Homeless, and More Than 7,600 Square Feet of Retail to Central Brooklyn Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams today announced the…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 32 Statewide Deaths Reported December 13 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Eight Downtown Revitalization Projects Will Enhance Streetscapes and Public Spaces, Restore Anchor Buildings, Support Small Business and Create a More Vibrant Downtown $10 Million DRI Investment in Round 5 is Part of a Strategic Goal to Enrich the…

Niagara Hydropower To Spur More Than $100 Million in Private Capital Investments in Western New York NYPA Funding To Aid in Green Hydrogen Feasibility Study Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority Board of Trustees…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Olana State Historic Site will undergo major capital and site improvement projects over the next two years, including construction of the Frederic Church Center for Art and Landscape, a new entry and…

Northwoods Delivers 80 Affordable Apartments to Clinton County, Including 40 Units with Supportive Services Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a $24 million affordable housing development in the town of Plattsburgh. Northwoods…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of up to $16 million in annual state funding to operate scattered-site housing with support services for people who are experiencing homelessness on the street and in the subway system in New…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State has received an additional $63 million in federal funding that will be used to increase the base home heating assistance eligible households will receive. With the additional funding,…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that global jewelry manufacturer Pandora is relocating its North American headquarters to New York City. Pandora, the largest jewelry brand in the world, designs, manufactures, and markets hand-finished jewelry…

"Today, our country takes a major step forward in the fight for equality as the Respect for Marriage Act is signed into law. Thanks to the leadership of President Biden, a longtime champion of the LGBTQ+ community, this new bipartisan law will…

New York State Capital Restructuring Financing Program Provided $88.8 Million to Overhaul HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston Expansion Project Reflects New York State and WMCHealth Investments in Ulster County Health Care Governor Kathy Hochul…

Sites Represent a Variety of Historic Resources, Including a Nineteenth-Century Stone General Store, a Piano Player Factory in Syracuse, Historic Cemeteries in East Hampton and a Historic District in Lansingburgh Listing on Registers Helps to…

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas, Senator Schumer, and Mayor Adams Join Governor to Address the Concerns of Jewish Communal Leaders and Reiterate Commitment to Ending Antisemitism in New York Governor Hochul: "This is our family,…

Governor Hochul today announced that a special working group of state agencies and agricultural community stakeholders will collaborate to support New York farmers and help boost the agricultural industry. This summer, Governor Hochuland Lieutenant…

EVolve NY EV Infrastructure Helps Advance State Plan To Electrify Transportation Sector and Reduce Greenhouse Gases 85 Percent by 2050 View Hancock Site and Extended Travel Route to Hudson Valley Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that a dozen…

Funding Kicks Off Statewide Comprehensive Broadband and Digital Equity Planning and Stakeholder Engagement to Support Closing the Digital Divide Awards are First Step Towards New York Receiving Full Allocation of Broadband Funding from Federal…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Division of Human Rights is launching a statewide Hate and Bias Prevention Unit, which is charged with leading public education and outreach efforts, serving as an early warning detection…

Governor Hochul today signed legislation (S.7658-B/A.8869-B) that protects victims of hate crimes from being mistreated by insurance companies. The new law prohibits insurers from canceling insurance, raising premiums, refusing to issue a policy or…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 27 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 9 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Major Rebuild Starts for Critical Power Transmission Links in the North Country and Mohawk Valley Upgrades East-West and North-South Transmission Arteries to Modernize New York's Power Grid and Advance State Clean Energy Goals Governor Kathy…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the groundbreaking for the Metro-North Penn Station Access project alongside leaders from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority during a ceremony in the Bronx this morning. With four new stations in the…

Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams today announced that construction has begun on a $72 million affordable housing development in the Fordham Heights section of the Bronx. Bedford Green House II will create 46 affordable apartments for…

Hubs Will Foster Community Engagement and Ensure Disadvantaged Communities Benefit from New York's Clean Energy Transition Supports New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Goal to Deliver at Least 35 Percent of Benefits of Clean…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 20 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 8 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Recruits Join the Ranks of the Department of Environmental Conservation's Division of Law Enforcement Environmental Conservation Officers Charged with Protecting New Yorkers, Investigating Environmental Crimes, and Protecting Fish and Wildlife…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to expand accommodations for breastfeeding in the workplace. Legislation (S.4844-B/A.1236-A) requires all employers in New York to ensure that pumping spaces are convenient and private, as well as…

Subways Reach 3.93 Million Riders on a Single Day for First Time Since March 2020 OMNY Sets Single Day Record for Subway Taps on Consecutive Days, with More Than 1.5 Million Taps Each Day Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the…

Financial Assistance Will Provide Capital To Help Municipalities Undertake Critical Water Quality Projects and Provide Interest Relief for Ratepayers Projects Will Reduce Risks to Public Health and the Environment Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new report from the Department of Financial Services that illuminates continued racial disparities in mortgage lending practices on Long Island, in Rochester and in Syracuse as part of an ongoing statewide…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (A.1451A/S.8426) to allow homeowners leasing liquified petroleum gas tanks to receive emergency deliveries from any supplier during times of a qualifying emergency, helping homeowners keep the heat on…

"I applaud this announcement from Mayor Adams and the Building and Land Use Approval Streamlining Task Force paving the way for faster, simpler housing production in New York City and transformative, transit-oriented development in the Bronx. New…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.7863A/A.9181B) to require electric space heaters to have thermostats, automatic shut-offs, and be certified by a testing and certification body recognized and approved by the United States Department…

Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 29 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress…

Governor Hochul: "New York State government will continue to do its job. I will do my job. I also need New Yorkers to do their job to help us make sure that we come out of this winter season healthy, happy, especially as we look out for our most…

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating December as STOP-DWI Month and announced a series of targeted initiatives to prevent impaired driving across the state. Throughout December, the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee will…

Includes Upgrades to Winter Sports Facilities, New Retail and Dining Areas, Improvements to Raise Environmental Standard for Future Host Cities Newly Renovated Lake Placid Olympic Museum to Open Tomorrow at Lake Placid Olympic Center Tickets to…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment Updates New Yorkers on Ongoing Winter Preparedness Efforts To Protect Against RSV, Flu, and COVID-19 35…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation that will require residential health care facilities to swiftly update residents as well as their family members and guardians when an infection is detected within the facility. It also requires nursing…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Department of Financial Services has adopted a regulation to protect consumers from unfair, surprise costs when they relied on incorrect information in their insurer's healthcare provider…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to crack down on unwanted telemarketing calls. Legislation (S.8450-B/A.8319-C) requires telemarketers to give customers the option to be added to the company's do-not-call list at the outset of certain…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to protect New Yorkers' right to vote and improve the voting process. Legislation (S.284C/A.642C) requires the counting and canvassing of affidavit ballots cast by eligible voters who appear at the…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 73 Statewide Deaths Reported from December 3rd to December 5th Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced five transformational projects in the City of Rochester as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The Awards will leverage the community's significant redevelopment investments with…

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced five transformational projects in the City of Rochester as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The Awards will leverage the community's significant redevelopment…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the $739 million Kew Gardens Interchange project in Queens, marking the conclusion of a multi-phase undertaking by New York State to revamp this heavily traveled commuter corridor. The…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 30 Statewide Deaths Reported from December 2 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 26 Statewide Deaths Reported on December 1 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the new up-to-$200 million Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts grant program to attract and expand key growth industries in New York State will now accept Letters of Intent from potential applicants.…

Over $6.3 Million To Stabilize Shoreline and Protect Flood Prone Public Space Along the St. Lawrence River Part of State's $300 Million Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 38 new graduates from the 23rd Basic School for New York State Forest Rangers. As part of the Department of Environmental Conservation's Division of Forest Protection, New York Forest Rangers protect the state's…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Police issued 14,063 tickets during this year's Thanksgiving traffic enforcement initiative, which targeted unsafe driving behaviors during the holiday weekend. State Troopers arrested 213…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies issued a record 3,062 tickets from April 1 to November 17 of this year as part of Operation Hardhat. Through the ongoing initiative, state and local…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a Request For Proposals to redevelop the building known as Terminal A on Buffalo's Outer Harbor, an approximately 550,000-square- foot building that has been vacant for years. This RFP presents an opportunity…

Governor Hochul: "We have to face some hard facts, my friends. We are in the midst of a housing crisis that has been decades in the making the lack of affordable housing or housing overall in our state goes against the very concept of what fairness…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York's annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York will begin on December 1, 2022. Donations of new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies are being sought to…

State Supported, World-Class Recreation and Sporting Complex Will Serve as Premier Tournament-Based Facility for Ice Hockey, Box Lacrosse, Soccer and Other Field Sports Will Host Major Tournaments, Drawing Sports Teams from the Northeast and…

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that New York State was awarded a $28 million, seven-year Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase college and career…

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation recognizing World AIDS Day in New York State on December 1 and recommitted to ending the AIDS epidemic in New York State by the end of 2024. Coinciding with this recognition, the New York State…

Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated the start of construction of the 339-mile Champlain Hudson Power Express transmission line, being developed by Transmission Developers Inc, to deliver reliable clean energy from Hydro-Québec in Canada…

Vital Brookdale Complex Features 160 Apartments and Health-Focused Community Space in Energy-Efficient Modern New Building in Central Brooklyn First Building Completed Under the State's Vital Brooklyn Initiative That is Creating 4,000 Affordable…

Ten Downtown Revitalization Projects Increase Housing, Enhance Public Spaces and Streetscapes, and Support Small Business Part of a Strategic Goal to Enrich the Community with Key Catalytic Projects Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 10…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State's agreement with Li-Cycle, a Canadian lithium-ion battery resource recovery company, to create nearly 270 jobs in Monroe County through the performance-based Excelsior Jobs Tax Credit Program. The…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of three new legal services grants aimed at assisting the thousands of immigrants who have arrived in New York City this year. A total of $3 million will be administered over three years by the New…

Empire State Plaza Rink Opening on December 2 with the First Hannaford Free Skate Rental Saturday of the Season on December 3 New York State Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks Festival at the Empire State Plaza Presented by Highmark Blue Shield…

Major Project Labor Agreement Executed with New York State Building and Construction Trades to Ensure Line is Constructed by Union Workers Infrastructure Development Expected to Bring $3.5 Billion in Economic Benefits to New Yorkers and Create…

"There is no better advocate for our Democratic values than Brooklyn's own Representative Hakeem Jeffries. From his time in the State Assembly to his current tenure in Congress, Representative Jeffries has been fighting for the people — for…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced her appointment of Justice E. Jeannette Ogden to the New York State Appellate Division's Fourth Judicial Department, which serves Central and Western New York. "For nearly 30 years, Justice E. Jeannette Ogden…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 18 Statewide Deaths Reported on November 29 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

2022 Clean Energy Industry Report Shows Green Jobs Are Helping Lead New York's COVID-19 Economic Recovery New York Continues Building Clean Energy Talent Pipeline to Support Green Economy and State's Critical Climate Goals Governor Kathy Hochul…

$56.5 Million Allocated Through the Long Island Investment Fund to Date State Investments Leverage $122 Million in Workforce Training and Technology Advancements Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the $350 million Long Island Investment Fund…

"We are pleased with today's decision to keep provisions of the Concealed Carry Improvement Act in effect. Common-sense gun laws keep our streets and communities safe from senseless gun violence. Challenges to New York's gun laws undermine public…

Governor Kathy Hochul and the Long Island Sound Study today announced an initial $2.25 million in new federal funding provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to improve the water quality of Long Island's north shore, in addition to the…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 43 Statewide Deaths Reported from Nove­­mber 24 and November 25 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated…

State Employees Urged to Participate in Working Caregiver Initiative; Explore Resources Available to Assist Unpaid Caregivers Initiative Launched During National Family Caregivers Month in November Governor Kathy Hochul today announced an…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing and Treatment 24 Statewide Deaths Reported on Nove­­mber 23 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the…

Governor Hochul Announces $9 Million Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Workers Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $9 million in state funding for a loan repayment program to help community mental health agencies recruit and retain…

Governor Hochul Announces Nominee for the Commission on Ethics in Lobbying and Government Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Executive Chamber's third nominee to the Commission on Ethics in Lobbying and Government. In accordance with the…

Governor Hochul Announces More Than $68 Million Awarded in Round XII of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $68 million has been awarded to support 74 projects across New York…

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Protect Patients with Medical Debt Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.6522A/A.7363A) to protect patients facing steep medical bills that can lead to wage garnishment or liens against their…

ICYMI: Governor Hochul's Op-ed in the New York Daily News: the Chief Judge New York Deserves Today, the New York Daily News published an op-ed by Governor Kathy Hochul on the selection process for the next chief judge on the Court of Appeals,…

Governor Hochul Announces Completion of New Entrance Ramp to Cross Bronx Expressway from Sheridan Boulevard Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a new entrance ramp to the southbound Cross Bronx Expressway from northbound…

Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Shop Locally on Small Business Saturday Governor Kathy Hochul today alongside Empire State Development, and the Departments of Labor, Taxation and Finance, and Agriculture and Markets encouraged all New…

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State's Progress Combating Covid-19-Nov 23,2022 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combatting COVID-19 and plan to protect against the spread of viral respiratory…

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Advance New York's Transition to Clean Transportation Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation that will advance clean transportation efforts by removing barriers to the installation of electric vehicle…

Governor Hochul Announces Actions to Prevent Hate Crimes and Protect New Yorkers Governor Kathy Hochul today announced actions to prevent hate crimes, promote tolerance, and protect New Yorkers. The Governor signed two pieces of legislation to…

Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction on $23 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in East Buffalo Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on the Apartments at the Lyceum in East Buffalo. The $23…

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State's Progress Combating Covid-19 Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19. "With respiratory illnesses circulating in our state this Thanksgiving…

Video, Audio, Photos and Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Announces Actions to Prevent Hate Crimes and Protect New Yorkers Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced actions to prevent hate crimes, promote tolerance, and protect New Yorkers.…

Governor Hochul Announces Demobilization of State Emergency Response Assets and Personnel in Western New York and the North Country Following Historic Winter Storm Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the State's Emergency Operations Center,…

Emergency Declaration From President Biden For the 11 Counties Under Governor's State of Emergency Provides Access to Federal Funding for Impacted Counties to Support Response Operations State Agency Emergency Response Assets Continue to Assist…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will participate in a special traffic safety initiative to prevent unsafe driving behaviors as the winter holiday season kicks off. The…

Governor Kathy Hochul today directed the Department of Financial Services to issue Temporary adjuster Permits to qualified out-of-state independent insurance adjusters, in order to expedite insurance claims in light of the winter storm impacting the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to take precautions this holiday season to protect young children, older individuals and those with underlying health conditions from respiratory viruses like RSV, influenza and COVID-19 as infections…

Legislation (S.5891-F/A.5115-E) Allows Collegiate Student Athletes to Receive Compensation for Use of Name, Image, or Likeness and To Be Represented by an Attorney or Agent Governor Hochul today signed legislation (S.5891-F/A.5115-E) that allows…

Governor Hochul: "[A]s someone who's from Buffalo and has lived in upstate my entire life, we've seen a lot of snow. But when you hit 80 to 85 inches over the course of, you know, just a couple-of-day snow event, everywhere from Natural Bridge up in…

State Agency Emergency Response Assets Continue to Assist Localities with Cleanup and Restoration Efforts More than 100 National Guard Members Deployed to Erie County to Assist Residents and Local Storm Response New York State Thruway Now Open to…

"I am horrified by the shooting in Colorado Springs, and my heart breaks for the victims and their loved ones. This senseless loss of life is yet another tragedy due to gun violence and hate, and I join all New Yorkers in praying for the people of…

Following Mass Shooting at an LGBTQ Nightclub in Colorado, Flags Lowered Starting Today State Landmarks to Be Lit in Honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance Governor Hochul today announced that flags on state government buildings will be flown…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Police is increasing surveillance and protection for communities at risk of hate crimes, following a thwarted attack on Jewish communities in New York City and a mass shooting at an LGBTQ…

Doubles National Guard Deployment To Aid Residents, Assist Thruway Crews with Snow Clearing, and Help Local Law Enforcement with Stranded Vehicles 11 Counties Remain Under State of Emergency as Winter Storm Continues To Cause Hazardous Travel and…

Doubles National Guard Deployment To Aid Residents, Assist Thruway Crews with Snow Clearing, and Help Local Law Enforcement with Stranded Vehicles 11 Counties Remain Under State of Emergency as Winter Storm Continues To Cause Hazardous Travel and…

Governor Hochul: "I am so proud of Western New Yorkers for heeding our call to stay off the roads last night, it was treacherous. And as a result, we were able to salt, we were able to clear the roads better than we would've if they had been filled…

Federal Funding to Help Providers Better Serve Youth Dually Diagnosed with Mental Illness and Developmental Disabilities or Substance Use Disorder Grants Awarded to 80 Community-Based Organizations; NYU Langone Health and SUNY Stony Brook…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing, and Treatment 18 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

All SNAP Households to Receive the Maximum Level of Food Benefits for November Supplemental Food Benefits Expected to Continue Through February Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing, and Treatment 18 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

Financial Close and Lease Signing Today Marks Commitment of Private Financing for the Project to Move Forward New Terminal 6 has Final Environmental Approval in Hand From the Federal Aviation Administration All JFK Projects Put on Hold During…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that ProAgni of Lavington, Australia, has been named the $1 million grand prize winner of the Grow-NY business competition, a food and agriculture startup challenge focused on enhancing the emerging food,…

Storm Expected to Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions and Potential Power Outages Resulting from Several Feet of Snow and Gusty Winds New Yorkers Urged to Avoid Unnecessary Travel Thursday Evening Through Friday Evening in Buffalo and Watertown Areas…

Approved Transmission Line Will Connect to Proposed 924-Megawatt Sunrise Wind Farm Offshore Sunrise Wind Farm Will Result in a Direct Investment of More Than $408 Million in New York and Create 800 Jobs Project Designed to Help Meet Goals of New…

Storm Expected to Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions and Potential Power Outages Resulting from Several Feet of Snow and Gusty Winds New Yorkers Urged to Avoid Unnecessary Travel Thursday Evening Through Friday Evening in Buffalo and Watertown Areas…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of the 2022-23 Alpine and Nordic skiing seasons with the opening of several Olympic Regional Development Authority-operated ski venues. The venues — which include Gore Mountain in North Creek,…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the reopening of Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site in Yonkers after a $20 million renovation of the building and grounds, as well as the design of new exhibits. These new exhibits advance the Office of…

New York Power Authority Joins Harlem Grown and EPRI in Collaborative Demonstration to Educate Local Youth about Urban Farming, Sustainability and Nutrition Food Container Harvest to Make Vegetables Available Year-Round to Local Community Members…

Initiated to Combat Food Insecurity Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic, "Veterans Feeding Veterans" Program Builds Upon Public-Private Partnership to Provide Fresh and Healthy Meals to Those In Need HelloFresh Announces Continued Financial Support for…

New Exhibits Expand on the Known Story of the Hall and Incorporate the Histories of the Region's Indigenous Peoples and Enslaved Africans Improvements Significantly Expand Accessibility - Including New Elevator, Redesigned Exhibits, and Virtual…

Innovative, Replicable Projects Will Reduce Air Pollution and Expand Electrification and Mobility Options in Underserved Communities Across New York State Supports Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Goals to Reduce Greenhouse Gas…

Several Feet of Snow Expected in Buffalo and Watertown Areas Starting Wednesday Evening and Continuing Through Sunday Storm Expected to Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions and Potential Power Outages Resulting from Snow, Freezing Rain and Gusty…

Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation declaring November Transgender Awareness Month to celebrate the trans community in New York State and across the country. The Governor also announced that New York State landmarks will be lit pink, white…

Governor Hochul: "[W]e're asking people to just use today to get ready for this major event. You know, this means getting gas in your tanks, stocking up on groceries, getting plenty of batteries, getting ready to check on neighbors, make sure…

Governor Hochul: "Take it seriously, get out today and buy your groceries and batteries, and prepare for possible power outages depending on whether the wind velocity kicks up. And again, be ready to check on neighbors and do what we do best in…

Federal Funding to Support 17 Refugee Services Providers Assisting Ukrainians Displaced from Their Homeland Due to the Russian Invasion 'Uniting for Ukraine' Program Brought Roughly 14,000 Ukrainians to New York State Governor Kathy Hochul today…

54 Awards to Municipalities Across New York Will Finance Upgrades to Housing and Public Water Facilities for Primarily Low- and Moderate-Income Residents Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $33 million in Community Development…

Investment Will Unlock New Housing, Business, and Employment Opportunities in Buffalo's Broadway-Fillmore Neighborhood, Enhance Quality of Life for All Buffalo Residents Underscores Governor's Commitment To Jumpstarting Upstate Economies,…

Rehabilitation of 50-Year-Old Mitchell-Lama Complex Preserves Affordability and Enhances Quality of Life For 335 Households Investment Complements "Finger Lakes Forward" - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the…

Investment Will Unlock New Housing, Business, and Employment Opportunities in Buffalo's Broadway-Fillmore Neighborhood, Enhance Quality of Life for All Buffalo Residents Underscores Governor's Commitment To Jumpstarting Upstate Economies,…

Governor Hochul: "We are going to now continue to forge a path forward and harken in a new beginning for Buffalo because we came together as one after this tragedy. It won't define us forever, but people know to look at this time and say how he came…

Division of Veterans' Services and Department of Labor Expand Successful Pilot Program to Further Improve Access to Services Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the installation of kiosks at several locations on Long Island and in the Southern…

Legislation (S.6544C/A.6368-B) Designates a Portion of the State Highway System in Erie County as the “Kalinowski Brothers Memorial Bridge” Legislation (S.6551D/A.6363) Designates a Portion of the State Highway System as the…

New York City Office Will Help Puerto Ricans Obtain Vital Records Needed To Access Government Benefits and Services Governor Hochul: "Our view is that when Puerto Rico needs help, we're here. That is going to continue for the next four years as…

New York State Division of Veterans' Services Now Accepting Applications from Eligible Nonprofit Veterans' Organizations for Reimbursement of Capital Improvement Expenses Grants Designed to Help Organizations Expand and Enhance Quality Services…

17 Landmarks to be Illuminated This Evening as Part of Operation Green Light, Which Began in New York State and is Now Marked Across the Country Legislation (S.2089B/A.357A) Authorizes the Governor to Present the Newly Established "New York State…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi, and Congressman Ritchie Torres today announced the opening of a New York Office of the Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration, which will help Puerto Ricans living in New York…

Second Delivery of Food — 19,000 Pounds — Donated From New York State Farms to Local Food Bank Trade Partnership Between New York and Puerto Rico to Expand Access to Produce Cornell University Offering Students Programs for…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State is taking additional measures to assist the island of Puerto Rico with further enhancing hurricane preparedness efforts ahead of next year's hurricane season. During the aftermath of Fiona, many…

State Capital Funding to Help Create 251 Units of Permanent Supportive Housing for Formerly Homeless New Yorkers Funding is Part of the Governor's $25 Billion Five-Year Housing Plan to Address Homelessness Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

New Office Located at 878 Humboldt Parkway; Community Outreach Liaison Appointed for the Project to be Based at Outreach Center Tuesday through Saturday Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that a community outreach office has officially opened…

Governor Kathy Hochul today directed state agencies to prepare emergency response assets as the remnants of Tropical Storm Nicole are expected to impact New York as early as Friday evening, bringing the potential for heavy rain and flooding. The…

Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation celebrating Puerto Rican Heritage Month in New York State. The month-long observance will recognize the longstanding, strong partnership between New York State and Puerto Rico and highlight the important…

Market Square Park and Harbor Front Improvements are Part of State's Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Improvements Ensure Access to Downtown and Enhance Safety Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction of a…

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring November as New York State Apprenticeship Month. The proclamation celebrates New York's apprenticeship program, which is one of the largest in the nation with more than 17,000 registered…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $5 million has been awarded to 17 not-for-profit animal shelters and humane societies through the fourth round of the New York State Companion Animal Capital Fund. The funding will support construction,…

Program Will Connect Startups to Local Supply Chain Partners to Scale Climate Technologies Supports Climate Act Goals to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 85 Percent by 2050 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $3.7 million to bring…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that since early January, when mobile sports wagering became available in New York, the State has collected $542 million in taxes through the week ending October 30, far surpassing every other state in the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Metropolitan Transportation Authority New York City Subway reached 2.11 million yesterday, surpassing the previous pandemic-era Sunday ridership record set on June 26, 2022, of 2.01 million, and 84 percent…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of applications for $50 million to strengthen safety and security measures at nonprofit, community-based organizations at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State is honoring veterans with a statewide Free Fishing Day on Friday, November 11. Selected to coincide with Veterans Day, November 11 will mark the final Free Fishing Day of the year. Fishing is…

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the State Police issued 11,601 tickets and arrested 189 people for impaired driving during the special traffic enforcement detail over Halloween weekend. The initiative, which targeted speeding and impaired…

Hire-a-Veteran Tax Credit Now Worth Up to $20,000 for Eligible New Yorkers Property Tax Exemptions of Up To 50 Percent Also Available to New York Veterans Governor Hochul today reminded New York veterans and employers about valuable tax credits,…

$175 Million Awarded to Environmental Justice Communities Funding Awarded Across New York State in All 10 Economic Development Regions Over $900 Million in State Water Grants Awarded By EFC This Year Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced initial applications are now open for the first ever New York State Digital Game Development Tax Credit Program to support games that begin development on or after January 1, 2023. The New York State Digital…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order to create the state's first-ever Master Plan for Aging to ensure older New Yorkers can live healthy, fulfilling lives while aging with dignity and independence. Signed on Older New Yorkers' Day,…

Redevelopment of Former Parochial School Campus Creates Vibrant New Mixed-Use Community with 75 Homes and Community Space for Family and Youth Programming Investment Complements "Southern Tier Soaring" - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to…

Award Honors School Employees Who Provide Exemplary Services to Students Buffalo City School District and Newburgh Enlarged City School District Employees Nominated for Outstanding Performance Governor Kathy Hochul today nominated two New York…

Part of $176 Million State and Federal Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects in 11 Counties Announcement Marks the Latest Action to Upgrade New York's Water and Sewer Systems, Reduce Water Pollution and Safeguard Vital Drinking Water…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the winner of the $1 million grand prize from round six of the GENIUS NY accelerator is Archangel Imaging from the United Kingdom. Archangel Imaging deploys smart machines, alongside people, to protect…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more New Yorkers will be eligible for additional financial assistance in 2023 through the newly expanded Medicare Savings Program. Adopted through the FY 2023 State Budget, the increased income-eligibility…

Governor Kathy Hochul today launched a new public awareness campaign about respiratory virus infections spreading this fall and the steps New Yorkers can take to protect themselves, their families and their communities. Produced by the New York…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced completion of a $6.5 million project to improve the Genesee Valley Greenway State Park from Rochester to the village of Avon. Rehabilitation of the 17-mile stretch at the north end of the greenway was supported…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Middletown Police Department Officer Evan Barone is the recipient of the New York State Police Officer Medal of Valor for demonstrating exceptional courage and bravery in service to his community. Officer…

Community Resource Center Bridge To Offer Early Childhood Education, Senior and Youth Programming, and Nutrition and Wellness Support Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on a $6.6 million expansion to the Commission on…

World-Class Recreation Opportunity in the Heart of the Adirondacks Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services Select Contractor, Equipment Mobilization Underway for First of Three Construction Phases Governor Kathy…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that construction is now underway at The Rise, a $50 million, 72-unit affordable and supportive housing development in Brownsville, Brooklyn. In addition to being 100 percent affordable, the development will…

Governor Kathy Hochul and Congressman Brian Higgins today announced New York State has been awarded $500,000 in federal funding to further the state's efforts in combating targeted violence and domestic terrorism. The funding, awarded through the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced today that the second round of Restore New York grant program applications are now open. The $250 million program encourages community development and neighborhood growth through the elimination and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19. "With the holidays right around the corner, I urge New Yorkers to remain vigilant and to use all available tools to keep themselves, their loved ones and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $4.7 million in federal funding to support a broad range of adoption-related services administered through the state Office of Children and Family Services. The funding announcement came at the start of Adoption…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities has completed a five-year strategic plan to help strengthen supports and services for New Yorkers. Developed with significant input from…

"The State Department of Labor released data today marking a significant milestone in New York's economic recovery: the unemployment rate has declined in every single county in the State compared to last year. New York's comeback is moving in the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19. "This fall, I urge New Yorkers to remain vigilant and to use all available tools to keep themselves, their loved ones and their communities safe and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $28 million to assist seven cities - Albany, Buffalo, Mount Vernon, Newburgh, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers - combat gun violence across the state. This funding is being made available…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the Empire State Teacher Residency Program through the New York State Department of Labor. This program will provide matching funding for local public school districts and/or Boards of Cooperative…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced expanded initiatives to keep New York City subways safe and address transit crime. The initiatives include a significant investment from the State's public emergency…

Governor Kathy Hochul and Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown announced the establishment of the May 14th Memorial Commission in response to the mass shooting at a Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue earlier this year. The Commission will develop and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the $80.1 million resurfacing project on the Long Island Expressway from the Nassau-Suffolk border to State Route 112 in Suffolk County is now complete. In April, the New York State Department of…

Governor Kathy Hochul and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone today announced the successful land transfer between New York State and Suffolk County to bring a National Offshore Wind Training Center to New York. The Governor also launched a $9…

Program Raises Awareness of Additional Consumer Protections in the New York State Marketplace for Domestic Violence Survivors Additional Consumer Protections Follow Governor Hochul's Signing of Five Bills into Law on Tuesday Further Protecting…

State Investment Advances the Buffalo Sewer Authority's Plan to Improve Treatment and Reduce Sewer Overflows to the Niagara River Modernizing Aging Infrastructure Will Help Protect Public Health and the Environment In conjunction with the 50th…

218 New Troopers Join New York State Police Ranks Governor Addresses State Troopers on Commitment to Public Safety, Fighting Crime, Eradicating Gun Violence Announces Over 8,000 Illegal Guns Seized Statewide Since January Governor Kathy Hochul…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced additional steps New York State is taking to address evidence of circulating poliovirus in New York State, including an official declaration to further support local health departments in driving immunizations.…

"As Hurricane Ian hits the Florida coast, I join all New Yorkers in praying for the safety and well-being of every individual who will be impacted by this terrifying storm. "To assist with relief efforts, I have directed the New York Army National…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $50 million in State funding to invest in new technologies and equipment for local law enforcement agencies and support a continuum of pretrial services. Administered by the New York State Division of Criminal…

Replacement of Aging Infrastructure will Protect Public Health and Mitigate Impacts of Future Flooding Part of New York State's $300 Million Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of…

Open Door Mission's Miller Building Provides 24 Units of Permanent Supportive Housing in Rochester Project Will Help Formerly Homeless Individuals Ages 18-25, As Well As Those With Mental Illness or Substance Use Disorder Governor Kathy Hochul…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that members of her administration departed today for Puerto Rico to assist and assess Hurricane Fiona relief efforts, as the island continues to recover from the devastating storm. This is the latest in a…

"Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that it has approved New York State's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan - a critical step to help New York build out the charging infrastructure needed to support the…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the $350 million Long Island Investment Fund awarded its first grant to the The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to construct 40,000 square feet of new state-of-the-art labs to support medical and…

20 Completed Dredging Projects Across Eight Counties to Increase Resiliency and Sustain Recreation Part of State's $300 Million Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative Transition of Program Management to Counties Completes Final Phase of…

Construction Begins on New Bathhouse and Lifeguard Station Improvements Include a More Modern and Accessible Bath House, Lifeguard Quarters and First Aid Station Governor Kathy Hochul today announced construction will start this fall on a…

October Shuttle Promotes Public Safety by Providing Free, Convenient Access from North Hudson to Popular Adirondack High Peaks Trailheads Part of State's Ongoing Commitment to Safety, Sustainable Use, and Equitable Access to the Outdoors…

"Tonight, families across New York and around the world will gather to celebrate the first night of Rosh Hashana. By dipping apples in honey, hearing the blasts of the shofar, and by engaging in prayer and reflection, Jewish communities will…

Lighting Honors the Families of American Service Members Who Sacrificed Their Lives in the Line of Duty Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 14 landmarks across New York will be illuminated with gold lights on Sunday, September 25 in honor…

To round out Climate Week, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than 100 high-speed chargers have been installed across the state as part of the New York Power Authority's EVolve NY fast charging network for electric vehicles. The latest…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the arrival of the first-ever sustainable FISU Flame and torch ahead of the Lake Placid 2023 FISU World University Games. The new, innovative design was unveiled at an event at Pier 45 in New York City. The…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new actions to engage New York's financial services industry to support residents of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona. The Department of Financial Services issued guidance calling on New York…

Governor Hochul: "This is the dedication, the unveiling of not just Buffalo's first, not just New York's first, but our nation's first African American Veteran Monument I'm here today in my hometown to be able to see the beginning of the rightings…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced construction is complete on a $2.5 million resiliency project awarded to the Town of Yates, Orleans County, as part of New York State’s Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative. The Yates Town Park…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced actions taking place across New York State in recognition of Hunger Action Month, which is observed each September to raise awareness about food insecurity and to encourage people to take part in the fight…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new State actions to prepare New Yorkers for rising global energy costs and supply issues expected this winter. At Governor Hochul's direction, Public Service Commission Chair Rory M. Christian sent letters to…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.8431-A/A.10001-B) that will direct the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to study the impacts of disproportionate heat conditions, otherwise known as urban heat islands, in…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of the second phase of her plan to allow third parties to offer the Commercial Driver License road test, expanding eligibility to public and private entities. The program is one of a series of steps…

Combined 320 Megawatts of Solar Electric to Bring Over $54 Million to Local Economy Seven Large-Scale Renewable Energy Projects Approved Since 2021 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Office of Renewable Energy issued siting…

Awards Will Help Over 70 Farms Reduce Their Environmental Footprints and Prepare for Extreme Weather Events Selected Projects Will Reduce Greenhouse Gases by an Estimated 68,495 Metric Tons of CO2e Per Year Supports Governor's Nation-Leading…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced Saturday, September 24 as a Free Fishing Day in New York State. This free freshwater fishing day is one of six held annually and coincides with National Hunting and Fishing Day, which is celebrated to promote…

2.4 Million Square Foot International Terminal Will Be Built in Phases on Sites of Current T1, T2, and Former T3 Arrivals and Departures Hall and First New Gates Will Go Live in 2026 The New Terminal One Will Be the Largest Terminal at JFK…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $35 million in funding to provide supportive services for affordable housing projects statewide. The seventh round of funding through the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative will help…

Projects To Help Harness Renewable Energy and Provide Stored Energy to New York's Electric Grid Additional $17 Million Now Available for Long Duration Energy Storage Solutions Supports the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Goal To…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced flags on State buildings will be flown at half-staff on Friday, September 9 in honor of Queen Elizabeth II. "Queen Elizabeth II was a force on the world stage for decades and an inspiring female leader who…

Governor Encourages New Yorkers to Keep Using the Tools to Protect Against and Treat COVID-19: Vaccines, Boosters, Testing, and Treatment 19 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on the state's…

LIRR and Metro-North Both Set Ridership Records, Carrying More Than 380,000 Riders; LIRR Surpasses 200,000 Riders on Weekday for First Time Since March 2020 Subways and Buses Carried Most Riders Since the Spring, Nearly 5 Million September 7;…

New Yorkers Who Received Empire State Child Credit and/or the Earned Income Credit to Automatically Receive Checks Program Builds on Governor's Agenda to Deliver Critical Tax Relief During Nationwide Affordability Crisis Governor Kathy Hochul…

$15.3 Million Awarded in First Round To Accelerate Growth in the Life Science Industry and Combat Infectious Diseases and Other Public Health Threats Applications Also Open for Fourth Round of $15 Million NYFIRST Grant Program To Bring World-Class…

33rd Street Concourse Approximately Doubled in Width 18-Foot-High Illuminated Ceiling Runs from Seventh Avenue to Eighth Avenue Subways Entire LIRR Concourse Project Will Be Complete Spring of 2023 Governor Hochul: "I've not been shy in…

Updated COVID-19 Boosters for Individuals 12 Years and Older That Are Two Months Past Previous Booster or Original Series Completion Masking Now Optional Where Previously Required In Settings Including Public Transportation, For-Hire Vehicles,…

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State Street Apartments in Olean Will Convert Vacant Warehouse into 46 Affordable and Energy Efficient Homes for Families, Including 14 with Supportive Services Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that construction has begun on a $16 million…

Lighting Honors Children Lost to Cancer, Survivors, Families and Health Care Workers Battling this Disease Pediatric Cancer Remains the Leading Cause of Death by Disease for American Children Younger than 15 Years Old Governor Kathy Hochul today…

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted New York's labor and workforce accomplishments, in celebration of Labor Day. In her first year in office, the Governor worked diligently to enact a nation-leading worker agenda, including: increasing wages and…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State will establish a Caribbean trade office to support and encourage new economic opportunities for New York businesses. This new foreign office will assist New York State companies with…

Multi-Agency Effort by State, Local, National Guard, and Quebec Partners Contain Fire After Eight Days of Dangerous Conditions A Smaller Force of State and Local Firefighters Led by State Forest Rangers Will Continue to Monitor Park for Any Sign…

Federal Build Back Better and State Funds Will Help Construct Battery Technology and Manufacturing Facility Supporting the Domestic Innovation and Commercialization of Next-Generation Battery Production Strategic Investments Further Establish…

Fire is Currently Approximately 160 Acres State Forest Rangers Continue Leading Multi-Agency Incident Command of State and Local Partners, National Guard; 20 Quebec Firefighters Arriving Today Governor Hochul: "The strategy is to encompass and…

State Police, Local Law Enforcement Announce Participation in the National "Drunk Driving, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Campaign Through Labor Day Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that State Police and local law enforcement will be out in…

Construction-Related Lane Closures Limited to Ease Travel During Holiday Weekend Construction Suspension Protects the Safety of Roadside Workers, Keeps Them off the Road During Weekend of Increased Traffic Motorists Urged to Slow Down and Move…

Governor Hochul: "We gather on this one day, this momentous occasion to say, remember the lives lost during this horrific weather event. 18 cherished lives gone too soon. We also paused to honor the heroism and to just say, 'Thank you, thank you for…

Winning Plan Will Grow Advanced Manufacturing Workforce, Innovation and Infrastructure Throughout the Regional Ecosystem Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State's Empire State Development Western New York Regional Office has been…

New Program To Focus on Delivering Grants To Manage the Financial Risk Associated with Climate Change Supports Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act Goals to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 85 Percent by 2050 Governor Kathy Hochul…

On August 10, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to help ensure that New York State schools are properly educating students about the Holocaust. With antisemitism on the rise, Holocaust survivors passing away, and with all of the…

Second Round of East Side Commercial Districts Program in Buffalo Includes $4 Million in Additional Funding and Expanded Building Renovation Program Applications for $20 Million Buffalo East Homeowner Assistance Fund Program, $10 Million Buffalo…

More Than $500 Million in State Investments Have Upgraded and Improved Region's Winter Sports Infrastructure Medals Developed in Collaboration With Alfred University Faculty and Students Using Sustainably-Sourced Glass; Photos Available Here…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on July 31 and August 1 in honor of fallen Rochester Police Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz. Flags should be lowered to half-staff at sunrise on July 31 and…

State Disaster Emergency Allows New York to Respond More Swiftly to Outbreak and Provides Additional Vaccination Resources Executive Order Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today issued an Executive Order declaring a State Disaster Emergency…