2019
Top Priorities
Red Flag Gun Protection Law
The Red Flag Law prevents individuals who show signs of being a threat to themselves or others from purchasing or possessing any kind of firearm.
Most Productive Legislative Session in Modern History
Delivering on his 2019 Justice Agenda first laid out in December, Governor Cuomo announced historic progressive accomplishments during this year's Legislative Session.
2019 Women's Justice Agenda
This bold, comprehensive set of proposals aims to improve reproductive, economic and social justice for all New York women.
Andrew M. Cuomo
Andrew M. Cuomo, re-elected the 56th Governor of New York State on November 6, 2018, has a lifelong commitment to public service and the proven leadership skills to make government work for the people of the state.
RECENT
Actions
Hurricane Maria Memorial Commission
The New York State Maria Memorial Commission is seeking designs for a memorial to honor the victims and survivors of Hurricane Maria.
Lake Ontario Flooding Resources
A resource to help local leaders and community members along the Lake Ontario shoreline experiencing flooding seek immediate help from the state.
2018 End of Session Report
New York once again stands as a beacon of hope and opportunity for the entire nation. Under the leadership of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, New York continued to invest in the State’s upward economic trajectory, took action to shield New Yorkers from the federal assault on our state, and passed groundbreaking legislation to uphold our progressive values and set an example for the nation.
Read the ReportBanning Offshore Drilling in New York Waters
Governor Cuomo, joined by Billy Joel, signed legislation to ban offshore drilling in New York State waters.
States Join Campaign to Fight for Tax Fairness
Seven states joined New York's nationwide campaign to fight for tax fairness; call on Congress to restore full SALT deductibility.
STATE OF THE STATE
Progress 2011-2018
$100Billion
Infrastructure Plan
Rebuilding and reimagining the State’s capital assets, with investments in roads and bridges, mass transit, affordable housing, State colleges and universities, clean water infrastructure, health care infrastructure and State Parks.
$26.7Billion
Investment in Education Aid
New York is making the highest ever investment in K-12 education with a 36 percent increase since 2012.
$4.2Billion
Middle Class Tax Cut
The new rates are delivering an average of $250 in savings this year and, when fully effective, six million New York households will save $700 annually.