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Mayor Adams Introduces $10,000 Family-Building Benefits for NYC Employees, Covering Adoption, Surrogacy, and Donor Costs

Mayor Eric Adams has launched a new initiative offering up to $10,000 in reimbursement for non-union New York City employees and retirees to cover adoption, surrogacy, and egg or sperm donor expenses. As the first major U.S. city to provide such comprehensive support, the program aims to attract and retain top talent while promoting equity…

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President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration for New York After August 2024 Storms

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued a disaster declaration for New York on October 21, 2024, following severe storms and flooding that struck Lewis, Oswego, and Suffolk counties on August 18-19, 2024. The declaration enables federal assistance to support state, tribal, and local recovery efforts, including funding for emergency repairs and hazard mitigation statewide. Eligible…

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NY Free College Applications Return: SUNY, CUNY, and Private Schools Waive Fees for New York Students

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that starting October 21, high school seniors across New York will once again be able to apply to SUNY, CUNY, and more than 50 private colleges without paying application fees. As part of College Application Month, the initiative aims to ease financial burdens and encourage students to explore higher education options….

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New York Achieves 6-Gigawatt Solar Goal Early, Leading the Nation’s Clean Energy Transition

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on October 17, 2024, that New York State has reached 6 gigawatts (GW) of distributed solar capacity a year ahead of schedule, meeting a key Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goal. This milestone delivers clean energy to over one million homes and businesses, backed by $9.2 billion in private investment…

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White House. Biden Announces Over 1 Million Public Service Workers Receive Student Loan Forgiveness

President Biden announced today that over 1 million public service workers, including teachers, firefighters, and nurses, have benefited from student debt cancellation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This achievement marks a major milestone in the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to reform the student loan system. An additional $4.5 billion in forgiveness was granted…

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Mayor Adams and Future of Fifth Partnership Announce Transformation of Fifth Avenue into Pedestrian-Centered Green Boulevard

SEO-Optimized Summary:Mayor Eric Adams and the Future of Fifth Partnership unveiled plans to redesign Fifth Avenue from Bryant Park to Central Park, prioritizing pedestrians and green spaces. The project will expand sidewalks by 46%, reduce traffic lanes, and add over 230 trees and 20,000 square feet of planters. This redesign aims to enhance safety, support…

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