July 17, 2025
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New York State

Governor Hochul Launches Tuition-Free Community College Program to Strengthen New York’s Skilled Workforce

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Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a new statewide initiative offering tuition-free community college for adult learners aged 25–55 pursuing associate degrees in high-demand fields such as advanced manufacturing, AI, cybersecurity, and healthcare. Funded through the FY26 enacted state budget, the SUNY and CUNY Reconnect programs aim to increase economic mobility and build a future-ready workforce. With…

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TGovernor Hochul Unveils Landmark Progress on Micron’s $100 Billion Megafab with Release of Environmental Impact Report

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On June 25, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a major milestone in Micron’s historic $100 billion investment in Central New York with the release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), a nearly 20,000-page report marking one of the most comprehensive project reviews in New York State history. The DEIS outlines Micron’s commitment to environmental stewardship…

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New York Launches Statewide Heat Resilience Initiative to Expand Cooling Access and Protect Public Health

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Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a major statewide affordability and resilience initiative aimed at mitigating the growing public health risks of extreme heat. Central to the plan is the Essential Plan Cooling Program, which will provide free air conditioners to eligible residents, alongside expanded access to cooling centers and support for heat-resilient infrastructure across schools,…

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Governor Hochul Launches “Unplug and Play” Affordable Summer Recreation Initiative for New York Families

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Governor Kathy Hochul has launched a sweeping summer initiative to promote affordable outdoor recreation for New York families, encouraging residents to “Unplug and Play” by enjoying state parks, pools, beaches, and historic sites. Kicking off Memorial Day weekend 2025, the initiative includes major investments like $100 million for community center upgrades (NY BRICKS), $67.5 million…

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Hochul Drops $60M to Shield NY From Floods on Earth Day

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Governor Kathy Hochul marked Earth Day on April 22, 2025, by unleashing $60 million in Environmental Bond Act cash for Green Resiliency Grants, aimed at fortifying New York’s flood-prone towns with beefy stormwater systems and tough infrastructure. Part of the hefty $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act, the funds…

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