NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Hochul joined forces to announce the implementation of Sammy’s Law, aimed at reducing traffic-related fatalities and injuries. The law empowers the city to lower speed limits, enhancing pedestrian safety. This significant milestone was achieved through the relentless advocacy of Families for Safe Streets and bipartisan support from state lawmakers….
As a component of the FY 2025 Enacted Budget, the Governor endorsed legislation mandating the implementation of evidence-based reading instruction in classrooms to enhance reading proficiency. This initiative is part of Governor Hochul’s substantial budget allocations towards education, totaling nearly $36 billion in school aid, including $24.9 billion in Foundation Aid. Additionally, the budget allocates…
Enhances penalties for assaulting retail workers and earmarks $40.2 million for retail theft enforcement. Broadens the range of offenses eligible for prosecution as hate crimes. Allocates $389 million in targeted investments to communities to combat gun violence. Invests $40 million to bolster support for survivors of domestic violence and enhance prosecution efforts. Allocates $7.1 million…
Extending the sale of to-go alcoholic beverages for an additional five years, Governor Hochul’s administration continues its support for restaurants and bars. With a commitment of $55 million, New York State aims to advance its position as a leader in the dairy industry, while $50 million is allocated to Nourish NY, aiding families in accessing…
Governor Kathy Hochul: Good morning. This is a great day. We’ve waited far too long for this reckoning with all the illegal shops and your day has come. First of all, I want to acknowledge people you’ll be hearing from momentarily, but Mayor Eric Adams, representing all the frustrated local elected leaders across our state, but…
Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags to half-staff for fallen Syracuse law enforcement officers. Flags will be lowered from sunrise Saturday, April 20 to sunset Monday, April 22 for Onondaga Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Michael Hoosock and Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen, who were killed in the line of duty last Sunday evening. “Our law enforcement…