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Combined $110 Million Investment Supports Clean Technology Research and Advances New York State's Climate Agenda Company Creating 75 New Jobs at Schenectady County Site Governor Kathy Hochul today

Governor Hochul: “Because New York is the kind of state that wants to not just be first, but be the first to get it right. So what we do here will certainly be a model for other states…I don't want

Governor Hochul: “I'm saying bring your own power, contribute more, give more to the community and you shouldn't be getting tax breaks…So I have just a thoughtful approach. It's not a no, It is

Smoke From Canadian Wildfires and High Temperatures Creating Unhealthy Air Conditions Across the State With Visible Smoke Statewide, New Yorkers Encouraged To Take Precautions and Be ‘Air Quality

Proposal Expands the Intrepid Museum Campus with a New Visitor's Center, STEM Education Hub and Public Park Continues Governor Hochul's Bold Vision To Address New York State's Housing Crisis —
Additionally, Under Governor’s Leadership, NYSIF Has Allocated More Than $2.8 Billion Back to Policyholders Adds to Growing List of Improvements that Make the Workers’ Compensation System Better,
Program Will Help Connect Workers to Opportunities in America’s Fastest Growing Semiconductor Ecosystem New York Leading the Way in Addressing the National Skilled Worker Challenge, Moving To

Smoke From Canadian Wildfires and High Temperatures Will Create Unhealthy Air Conditions in New York With Visible Smoke Statewide, New Yorkers Encouraged To Take Precautions and Be ‘Air Quality

Governor Hochul: “The bottom line is progress shouldn't arrive with a higher utility bill, deleted water supply or noise pollution. So we have no choice but to address these challenges created by

Calls on Administrator Zeldin To Urgently Prioritize Resources in Identifying Public Health Hazards From Potential Radiological Contamination Emphasized Importance of Government Transparency in

One-Year Pause Will Ensure New Yorkers Are Not Paying for Transmission and Infrastructure Build Outs Will Create New York State Data Center Community Investment Framework, Ensuring Localities Access
Extreme Heat Forecast Across the State Tuesday and Wednesday New Yorkers Can Sign Up for Weather and Emergency Alerts by Texting 333111 Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prepare

Member-Driven Model Provides Life Skills Training, Employment Resources, Community and Other Supports for Adults with Mental Health Challenges Funding To Support Seven Programs, Including Locations

Proposals Eligible for $58 Million in Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, $10 Million in State Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and More Than $200 Million in HCR Subsidies Governor Kathy Hochul
New York One of Just a Few States Transitioning to the EBT Chip Cards Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York has made significant strides in its ongoing efforts to protect Supplemental

Governor Hochul Demands Answers From the Department Of Homeland Security Following Reports of Three Immigration Detention Projects in New York State View a Copy of the Letter Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Hochul: “This is the place if your business wants to grow and thrive, and we all know that… I could see that this was a company that had the same values that we have here in New York
Notice of Intent Published To Begin Environmental Impact Statement for Project To Enhance Safety and Traffic Flow in Northern Onondaga County DedicatedWebsiteand Outreach Center Provide
During Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to take steps to protect their vehicles from theft. In the first six months of this year, investigators for the

Unique Play Haven Supports Governor’s Unplug and Play Initiative with Interactive Technology and Non-Structured Leisure Activities that Get Kids Moving and Thinking See a Video of TheZone
Workers Begin Pouring Foundations on Micron’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Facilities Less Than Six Months After Breaking Ground Largest Private-Sector Construction Project in New York State History

Project Will Create More than 2,000 Union Construction Jobs and Generate Billions in Economic Impact Final Commercial Office Building Advances Completion of the World Trade Center Campus New

State-Funded Programs Support Emergency Communication Systems Across the State by Strengthening Emergency Response Capabilities Funding to Support New Projects, Equipment Installation and Enhanced

City of Yonkers Receives $10 Million From Downtown Revitalization Initiative; Village of Ellenville and Hamlet of Livingston Manor in the Town of Rockland Receive $4.5 Million Each from NY
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities, the New York State Office of the Chief Disability Officer, and the New York State Office of Mental Health Honor People for Their

Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on all State government buildings to be lowered on Thursday, July 9 from sunrise to sunset in honor of Chief David A. Gagnon, of the Cottekill Fire

“Next Stop: Fast Buses, Better Service” identifies 50 priority corridors for speed improvements, including five next-generation rapid transit bus routes Plan will install shelters and seating at

Executive Order Directs State Agencies to Methodically Review Regulations and Laws to Identify Opportunities for Modernization or Efficiencies New York State Partnered with Nation-Leading Government
New Initiative Will Unify Stakeholders, Accelerate Sustainable Infill Development, and Shape the Next Decade of the Buffalo River Waterfront Neighborhood Find a Map of the Preliminary Study

Governor's $3.9 Million Commitment Closes Remaining Funding Gap, Fulfilling a Promise More Than 60 Years in the Making Governor Kathy Hochul and Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced

The Nest Project Features 73 Affordable and Market Rate Apartments, Including 21 Supportive Units for Survivors of Domestic Violence See Rendering Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of

Two-Time and Reigning NWSL Champions Will Play in New York City’s First-Ever Soccer-Specific Stadium, New York City FC’s World-Class Etihad Park in Queens, Beginning in 2028 Renderings and Media

Bartlett Crossing Will Create 78 Affordable Homes as Part of Larger Community-Led Redevelopment Bringing 390 Affordable Apartments to North Brooklyn Development Advances Governor Hochul's Commitment

Governor Hochul: “While the federal government may not be there for us, I want you to know that the state government is. We take this very seriously. We understand that when a federal government

$75 Million Available for Police Departments and Sheriffs’ Offices Through the LETECH Grant Program To Improve Technology and Modernize Equipment, Allowing Agencies to More Effectively Solve and
Governor Hochul: “Blink and it's there, that is basically how you can describe what a flash flood is. There is no time to prepare for it, it is something that comes up unexpectedly and can be very,
The Great New York State Fair to Run Wednesday, August 26 Through Labor Day, September 7 The Fair Offers New Yorkers an Affordable, Family-Friendly Way to Get Offline and Get Outside This
Heavy Rainfall Expected for Long Island, Mid-Hudson, New York City and Southern Tier With Flood Watches Currently In Place Risk For Flash Flooding Has Been Elevated To Moderate With A 70 Percent

Injuries Related to Fireworks Usage Commonly Increases During July 4th Holiday Leave it to the Professionals: Attend Public Fireworks Displays To Avoid Injury or Fires If Handling Legal Sparkling

17 Landmarks To Be Lit Across New York State on the Evening of Saturday, July 4 To Celebrate The 250th Anniversary of America’s Founding ProclamationCelebrating America’s

Project Includes Significant Pavement Improvements and Safety Upgrades on Approximately 61 Total Lane Miles of the Thruway Project Expected to be Completed in Fall 2028 Governor Kathy Hochul today
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a major project to resurface and install major safety upgrades along the stretch of State Route 17 between the Hamlet of Parksville and the Village

“After months of waiting, President Trump today denied our request for a Major Disaster Declaration following the blizzard that pummeled New York City, Long Island and the Mid-Hudson in February of
Weekend and Holiday Service to Begin on July 4 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that beginning on Saturday, July 4, the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge Shuttlewill offer weekend and holiday bus service
State is Ahead of Schedule for Reaching Ten Gigawatts by 2030 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that eight gigawatts of distributed solar has been installed across New York State, which puts the
Program Has Now Awarded Nearly $260 Million to 79 Projects Across Every Region of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $21 million in additional funding through the New York

Project Will Create More Than 130 Affordable Homes, Supportive Housing Services and Community Space in Chelsea Builds on Governor Hochul’s Efforts To Build More Housing on Underutilized State-Owned
Millions More New Yorkers Are Eligible to Enroll Now For Monthly Discounts Visitny.gov/EAPfor More Information on Eligibility and Enrollment Amid the summer heat wave, Governor Kathy Hochul today

Physical Disaster Declaration Secured for Queens County and Contiguous Counties Following Severe Storms and Flooding on May 20, 2026 Low-Interest Small Business Administration Loans Would Support

Hottest Temperatures of the Year Expected Today and Thursday with ‘Feels-Like’ Temperatures Reaching 100 Degrees Some Places Could Experience ‘Feels-Like’ Temperatures More Than 110 Degrees Severe