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New York – Office of Community Hiring

New York City’s Community Hiring Initiative: Driving Economic Mobility Through City Contracts New York City, one of the largest global urban hubs, relies on a vast network of vendors to deliver essential services ranging from park design to infrastructure repairs. In a groundbreaking move to foster economic equity, the Office of Community Hiring (OCH), under…

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Statement from New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala, and Housing & Buildings Chair Pierina Sanchez on Mayor Adams’ CityFHEPS Vouchers Rule Changes

Re: Mayor Adams’ rule change on 90-day rule also adding new counterproductive work requirements that Council bill would eliminate “For months as New York City’s shelter population grew, the Council raised the alarm around the need to remove barriers to https://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdfCityFHEPS vouchers to help individuals and families leave shelter and transition to permanent housing. In…

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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Holds Virtual Briefing

Mayor Adams held a virtual briefing discussing his trip to Rome, where he visited various religious sites and engaged with community leaders. He emphasized the importance of faith in building strong communities and highlighted the need for international collaboration on issues such as migration and public safety. Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Thank you for joining…

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New York State Governor Hochul Reminds New Yorkers About Expanded Move Over Law to Include All Stopped Vehicles on Highways

Governor Kathy Hochul today reminded drivers that New York’s Move Over Law will soon be expanded to include all vehicles which will improve highway safety for everyone. Starting March 27, 2024, drivers will be required to take precautions, including slowing down and moving over, to avoid a crash with all vehicles stopped along the roadway….

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White House. Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel – October 14 2023

This afternoon, President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu to reiterate unwavering U.S. support for Israel. President Biden updated Prime Minister Netanyahu on U.S. military support and reiterated his warning against anyone seeking to expand the conflict.  President Biden discussed with Prime Minister Netanyahu U.S. coordination with the United Nations, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, and others…

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