Governor Kathy Hochul, along with 22 other U.S. governors, issued a joint letter to Congressional leaders opposing a GOP-backed proposal that would shift up to 25% of the costs of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) from the federal government to the states. The governors warned that the plan would strain state budgets, potentially forcing…
On June 25, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a major milestone in Micron’s historic $100 billion investment in Central New York with the release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), a nearly 20,000-page report marking one of the most comprehensive project reviews in New York State history. The DEIS outlines Micron’s commitment to environmental stewardship…
On June 22, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the public from Albany to affirm that ensuring the safety of New Yorkers remains her highest priority. In response to President Trump’s announcement and evolving global developments, Governor Hochul has engaged closely with senior public safety officials, including the State Police, homeland security, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity experts….
On June 10, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the appointment of 24 individuals to key judicial roles throughout New York State, including 17 to the Court of Claims, 5 as Acting Supreme Court Justices, and 2 as Family Court Judges. The appointees come from diverse legal backgrounds, including public service, academia, and private practice, and…
Governor Kathy Hochul has launched a sweeping summer initiative to promote affordable outdoor recreation for New York families, encouraging residents to “Unplug and Play” by enjoying state parks, pools, beaches, and historic sites. Kicking off Memorial Day weekend 2025, the initiative includes major investments like $100 million for community center upgrades (NY BRICKS), $67.5 million…
Governor Kathy Hochul marked Earth Day on April 22, 2025, by unleashing $60 million in Environmental Bond Act cash for Green Resiliency Grants, aimed at fortifying New York’s flood-prone towns with beefy stormwater systems and tough infrastructure. Part of the hefty $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act, the funds…