Governor Kathy Hochul met with leaders from over 200 New York college campuses on August 26, 2024, to emphasize the importance of updating emergency safety plans for the upcoming fall semester. With a focus on addressing potential campus protests and threats, she reinforced the need for robust safety measures and connected institutions with vital resources. […]
Governor Hochul’s Illicit Cannabis Enforcement Task Force has shut down over 1,000 illegal cannabis shops across New York, helping to protect communities and support licensed retailers. The task force has seized nearly 7,500 pounds of illegal cannabis valued at $28.9 million, which has contributed to a significant increase in legal cannabis sales—more than doubling compared […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) has approved $265 million in financial aid for water infrastructure projects across the state. This funding includes $30 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grants to help 30 communities identify and replace lead service lines in drinking water systems. The investment […]
NY State News. Governor Hochul Announces $16.5 Million is Now Available to Decarbonize Affordable Housing in New York City New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $16.5 million in funding to decarbonize affordable housing in NYC, aiming to reduce fossil fuel use and improve indoor air quality. The Resilient and Equitable Decarbonization Initiative for Existing Buildings […]
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed three judges to the New York State Supreme Court’s Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department. These appointees are distinguished by their extensive legal experience and diverse backgrounds, reflecting the Governor’s dedication to a judiciary that represents New York’s diverse population. The newly appointed judges bring decades of expertise and a deep […]
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $12.5 million investment to create the Dominican Center for the Arts and Culture in northern Manhattan, spearheaded by the Dominican Studies Institute at City College of New York. The new center will include a museum, theater, children’s library, and an oral history project, all focused on celebrating and preserving […]