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New York State Governor Announces New Initiatives to Fight Crime and Improve Public Safety

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced several initiatives to keep New Yorkers safe as a part of her 2024 State of the State address. As New Yorkers remain seriously concerned about crime and public safety, Governor Hochul announced the launch of a joint operation of law enforcement agencies to crack down on retail theft to support…

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NYC Emergency Orders 723, 724, 725: Asylum Seekers and Jail Reforms Reveal Urban Crisis in 2025

New York Extends Emergency Orders Amid Ongoing Crises Mayor Eric Adams of New York City has extended three emergency executive orders, addressing persistent challenges in the city’s jails, the influx of asylum seekers and Department of Correction operations. The orders, numbered 723, 724 and 725, were extended for five days starting Jan. 3, underscoring the…

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House Judiciary Subcommittee: How Leftist Nonprofit Networks Exploit Federal Tax Dollars to Advance a Radical Agenda. Video

Today, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight held a crucial hearing titled “How Leftist Nonprofit Networks Exploit Federal Tax Dollars to Advance a Radical Agenda.” It marks a significant step in holding unaccountable organizations responsible for using our tax dollars to push political ideologies most Americans never voted for. For years, a sprawling network of…

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NY State Governor Hochul’s $52.1 Million Investment in Transportation for Older Citizens : Key Business Considerations and Political Perspectives

On October 4, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a substantial investment of $52.1 million aimed at enhancing transportation services for older citizens and individuals with disabilities throughout New York State. This funding, administered by the New York State Department of Transportation under the Federal Transit Administration’s Section 5310 Program, supports 133 initiatives designed to improve…

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NY Governor Announces Launch of Tuition Assistance Program Eligibility for SUNY and CUNY Workforce Development Programs

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the first-ever Tuition Assistance Program eligibility to cover hundreds of SUNY and CUNY non-degree programs that lead to jobs in high-demand, growing fields. The expansion builds on the support offered through TAP, New York State’s 50-year-old financial assistance program, which provides direct aid to students. “Tuition assistance…

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