08/19/2025
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White House: President Biden Takes Executive Actions to Tackle the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad, Create Jobs, and Restore Scientific Integrity Across Federal Government

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Biden-Harris Administration Commits on Climate Change – Creating Jobs, Building Infrastructure, and Delivering Environmental Justice Today, President Biden will take executive action to tackle the climate crisis at home and abroad while creating good-paying union jobs and equitable clean energy future, building modern and sustainable infrastructure, restoring scientific integrity and evidence-based policymaking across the federal…

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New York State Governor Announces Historic $50 Million Investment in the New York State Canal System

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Governor Hochul has announced a significant $50 million investment into New York State’s Canal system, aimed at ensuring its safety, operability, and contribution to tourism and economic activity, particularly in preparation for the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025. This funding will support critical infrastructure projects along the waterway, including the rehabilitation of century-old water-impounding structures,…

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Mayor Adams, Community Partners Break Ground on Willets Point Transformation, Largest Affordable Housing Project in 40 Years – Video and transcript

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Commissioner Adolfo Carrión, Jr., New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) President Eric Enderlin, and New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) President & CEO Andrew Kimball today were joined by elected officials and community leaders to break ground…

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NYC Mayor Adams Emergency Executive Order 497 September 22, 2023

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WHEREAS, over the past several months, thousands of asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City, from the Southern border, without having any immediate plans for shelter; and WHEREAS, the City now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis that requires it to take extraordinary measures to meet the immediate needs of the asylum seekers while…

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White House. Statement from President  Biden on the Anniversary of September 11

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On this 23rd anniversary of September 11, President Joe Biden’s statement poignantly captures the enduring spirit of America and our nation’s resolve. His reflections highlight the bravery and unity that defined the response to the attacks, reminding us of the heroism displayed by first responders and ordinary citizens alike. As we honor the memory of…

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