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February 22, 2025
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Gov. Hochul Rejects Louisiana Extradition Request, Strengthens New York’s Reproductive Rights Protections

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Governor Kathy Hochul reaffirmed New York’s commitment to reproductive rights, rejecting Louisiana’s request to extradite a New York-based doctor accused under its restrictive abortion laws. Hochul emphasized New York’s shield laws, which protect healthcare providers from out-of-state legal actions, and issued a law enforcement directive prohibiting cooperation with certain warrants. The move solidifies New York’s…

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Mayor Adams, Border Czar Homan Discuss Migrant Crime, ICE Role in NYC

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with Border Czar Tom Homan to discuss strategies for addressing migrant-related crime, including targeting violent gangs and enhancing law enforcement cooperation. Adams announced plans to reinstate ICE operations on Rikers Island to assist in criminal investigations and expand NYPD involvement in federal task forces. Emphasizing public safety as…

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Governor Hochul Launches Empire State Summer Service Corps: 150 Paid Internships for SUNY Students

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SEO Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul has opened applications for the Empire State Summer Service Corps, offering 150 paid internships for SUNY students to gain hands-on experience in community service, education, sustainability, and mental health initiatives. Backed by AmeriCorps funding, participants will commit 300+ hours to service while developing leadership and career skills. Applications are open…

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Hochul Unveils I-81 Connect App to Streamline Syracuse Viaduct Project Updates

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SEO Summary: New York Governor Kathy Hochul has introduced I-81 Connect, a mobile app providing real-time traffic updates, project notifications, and direct access to state officials overseeing the I-81 Viaduct Project in Syracuse. The app, the first of its kind for a NYSDOT infrastructure initiative, aims to enhance public engagement, reduce commuter disruptions, and improve…

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New York to Audit Utility Executive Pay Amid Rising Consumer Costs

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has directed a first-of-its-kind statewide audit of executive compensation at major utility companies, with the Public Service Commission approving the plan. The review aims to ensure that salaries align with consumer interests, focusing on affordability, reliability, and service quality. The move follows Hochul’s push to reject Con Edison’s proposed rate…

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NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Dismisses DOJ Immigration Lawsuit as ‘Baseless’

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul strongly criticized a lawsuit led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice challenging the state’s immigration laws. Hochul called the legal action a publicity stunt, emphasizing that New York’s policies—allowing federal immigration officials access to DMV records only with a judicial warrant—have been upheld by the courts….

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