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Governor Hochul Announces $32 Million in Funding to Advance Use of Low Carbon Materials in Transportation Projects

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
January 2, 2025
Federal Highway Administration Grant Will Aid State Department of Transportation’s Efforts To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State… Read More

Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $6.5 Billion in Food Assistance Delivered to Low-Income New Yorkers in 2024

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
January 1, 2025
Federally Funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Provides About $650 Million in Vital Support to Nearly 3 Million New Yorkers Each Month SNAP Is New York’s Most Important and… Read More

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Lake Effect Snow Event

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
January 1, 2025
Areas in Cayuga, Oneida, Oswego, Jefferson and Lewis Counties Could See up to 4 Feet of Snow Through Sunday Some Locations in Western and Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley and North… Read More

Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
January 1, 2025
“The terrorist attack that occurred in New Orleans this morning is a horrible reminder of the threat terrorism of all stripes poses to our country, our freedom and our way of life. We fully… Read More

New Year, New Laws Protecting Workers: Governor Hochul Announces Increased Benefits for Employees and Lower Costs for Businesses in 2025

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 31, 2024
New York State Paid Family Leave Maximum Weekly Benefit Increasing by More Than $300 Workers’ Compensation Minimum Weekly Benefit Increasing Due to Legislation Signed by Governor… Read More

Paving the Way for Economic Growth: Governor Hochul Highlights Significant Improvements Made to New York State’s Roads and Bridges in 2024

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 31, 2024
Over 2,800 Highway Lane Miles Improved, 1.2 Million Potholes Filled and 3,189 Bridges Replaced, Rehabilitated or Improved Across the State Paving and Bridge Improvement Projects Represented a More… Read More

Get Outside! Governor Hochul Launches 2025 State Parks Wellness Challenge

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 31, 2024
Challenge Includes 50 Missions To Be Completed at Various State Parks and Historic Sites Starting on Jan. 1 Builds on Governor Hochul's ‘Get Offline, Get Outside’ Initiative Promoting… Read More

Governor Hochul Celebrates New York's Stronger Than Ever Cannabis Industry Surpassing $1 Billion in Retail Sales

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 31, 2024
New York State Cannabis Industry Hits More Than $1 Billion in Retail Sales, Reflecting Robust Growth and Consumer Confidence Revenue Boosted by Over 50% of New York’s Cannabis Licenses… Read More

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Heavy Rain and Lake Effect Snow Expected to Impact New Year Holiday

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 31, 2024
Locally Heavy Rain Expected for Parts of New York City, Long Island and Central New York During New Year’s Eve Celebrations Tuesday Night Heavy Lake Effect Snow East and Southeast of Lakes… Read More

Governor Hochul Announces Enhanced Security Measures and Urges Public Safety Ahead of New Year's Holiday

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 30, 2024
State Agency Staffing Increased and Security Augmented at Airports, Bridges, Tunnels and Mass Transit Systems as Precautionary Measure Agencies Include State Police, New York National Guard,… Read More

Governor Hochul Visits Marcy Correctional Facility Demanding Answers Following Death of Robert Brooks and Announces Immediate Corrective Actions

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 30, 2024
Names New Permanent Superintendent of Marcy Correctional Facility Expedites Over $400 Million Investment in Purchasing and Equipping Fixed and Body-Worn Cameras Across All Facilities Hire More… Read More

Governor Hochul Directs State Agencies to Prepare for Heavy Rain and Snow During New Year Holiday

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 30, 2024
Locally Heavy Rain Expected for Parts of New York City, Long Island and Central New York During New Year’s Eve Celebrations Tuesday Night Heavy Lake Effect Snow East and Southeast of Lakes… Read More

Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 30, 2024
“Despite the best efforts of the State of New Jersey trying to thwart New York’s ability to reduce congestion on our streets while making long-overdue investments in public transit, our… Read More

Governor Hochul Directs Flags to Half-Staff to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 30, 2024
Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff Until Sunset on January 28, 2025 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that flags will be flown at half-staff in honor of former President Jimmy… Read More

Governor Hochul Highlights 2025 Winter Events Schedule at Olympic Regional Development Authority Venues

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 27, 2024
World Championships and World Cups in Three Different Sports in 2025 Winter Schedule Lake Placid Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Lake Placid 1980 Olympic Winter Games Lake Placid - New York State… Read More