Equal Opportunity

Governor Hochul announced substantial progress in combatting housing discrimination and changes to policies to curb future discrimination.

Governor Hochul announced the commencement of projects to make the Delancey St–Essex St Station complex accessible.

Governor Hochul marked the ongoing struggle against the gender wage gap by recognizing Equal Pay Day and pledging to fight for equal pay.

Governor Hochul announced more than $2.1 million in awards to 43 organizations to improve public access to essential technologies.

Governor Hochul announced new steps to fight poverty in three communities that include some of the highest poverty rates in the state.

Governor Hochul announced new initiatives focused on enhancing support for New Yorkers with disabilities as part of her 2025 State of the State.

La gobernadora Hochul anunció que el nuevo sistema de servicios de Ombudsman para las personas con discapacidades del desarrollo, encabezado por la Community Service Society of New York, ya está abierto y listo para aceptar las llamadas de los neoyorquinos que necesitan ayuda para navegar por los servicios, resolver quejas, brindar educación y hacer las conexiones adecuadas.

Governor Hochul announced that the program is now open and offering assistance navigating services and making the right connections.

"As we work to improve public safety and expand economic opportunity for all, the Clean Slate Act will play a critical role in helping New Yorkers find jobs, housing and opportunities in education."

La gobernadora Hochul anunció el segundo Simposio anual sobre diversidad, equidad, inclusión y accesibilidad en la fuerza laboral del estado de Nueva York.