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New York State . Fighting the Addictive Effects of Problem Gambling

Governor Hochul signed legislation to fight the addictive effects of gambling. Legislation S1550/A1118 Requires All Advertisements for Gambling and Sports Betting To Include Warnings About Potential Harmful and Addictive Effects of Gambling Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to fight the addictive effects of gambling. Legislation S1550/A1118 requires all advertisements for gambling and sports betting…

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New York. Governor Hochul Announces Free Community College for Adults to Boost Workforce

Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a plan to provide free community college tuition for adult learners aged 25-55 in New York State, aiming to enhance workforce development and fill high-demand jobs in sectors like technology, healthcare, and engineering. Announced at Onondaga Community College, the initiative, called “New York State Opportunity Promise,” is part of Hochul’s…

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Gov. Hochul Rings the Bell on School Cellphones: NY Bans Smartphones from Classrooms Statewide

Say goodbye to scrolling and snapping in class — New York is pulling the plug on smartphones in public schools. On the last day of the school year, Gov. Kathy Hochul declared the state will go fully “distraction-free” this fall, banning personal devices from the first bell to the last. Schools must lock in their…

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Trump’s Bold Moves on January 29, 2025: New Laws, Education Reforms, and a Focus on National Security

On January 29, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed into law a series of high-profile initiatives aimed at addressing critical national issues. Among the most notable actions were expanded efforts to combat anti-Semitism, the full-capacity activation of the Migrant Operations Center at Guantanamo Bay, and a push to tackle radical ideologies in K-12 education. The…

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Gov. Hochul Announces Free Snowmobiling Weekends to Boost Tourism

Summary: New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled two free snowmobiling weekends, Feb. 28–March 2 and March 7–9, allowing out-of-state and Canadian riders to explore the state’s 10,000 miles of trails without registration fees. The initiative aims to bolster winter tourism and local economies while promoting New York as a premier outdoor recreation destination. Riders must…

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