Governor Cuomo hosts the second Wine, Beer, Spirits and Cider Summit, where he announced the launch of a $6M marketing and promotional campaign to raise the profile of NY’s beverage producers. He also announced plans to introduce the “Craft New York Act” - a comprehensive set of reforms designed to grow the industry. Learn more
Governor Cuomo and Legislative Leaders announce the historic passage of the State’s fourth consecutive on-time budget. This is the first time in more than forty years that New York State has had four on-time budgets in a row – under the same governor and legislative leadership. Click here to learn how this budget holds spending growth below two percent, cuts property taxes and increases State education aid.
An agreement has been made for the 2014-15 executive budget. The Budget holds spending growth below two percent for the fourth consecutive year, continuing a record of fiscal discipline that has reversed decades of state budgets where spending grew at a higher rate than inflation or personal income growth. Learn more.
A wave of bipartisan support from local elected officials representing communities throughout the State have spoken out in favor of Governor Cuomo’s plan to cut property taxes. The Governor’s proposal will deliver property tax relief and calls on other local government leaders to find ways to consolidate and share services. A list of those local leaders can be found here.
Governor Cuomo introduced the New York State Adventure License Series, providing New Yorkers and visitors the opportunity to purchase lifetime licenses to fish, hunt and visit New York State Parks, as part of his efforts to enhance sporting and recreational opportunities, support outdoor enthusiasts and boost tourism throughout the state. Learn more at www.licensecenter.ny.gov.
Governor Cuomo launched the Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program that will train approximately 100,000 New Yorkers during 2014 in the proper preparation for emergencies or disasters. The program will provide citizens with the tools they need to be ready and able to help their Families and neighbors during emergencies Learn more at www.prepare.ny.gov.
