Governor Hochul directed state office buildings and landmarks to illuminate in the colors of the Pride flag and raise LGBTQ+ progress Pride flags today, June 1, to celebrate New York’s LGBTQ+ community and mark the beginning of Pride month.

Governor Hochul announced that New York State landmarks will be lit pink, white and blue on March 31, 2025.

Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the American LGBTQ+ Museum groundbreaking ceremony in New York City celebrating the State’s history as the birthplace of the LGBTQ+ movement.

La gobernadora Hochul anunció acciones estatales para apoyar a los neoyorquinos transgénero, incluida la emisión de una proclamación a principios de este mes que declara noviembre como Mes de Concienciación Transgénero para celebrar a las comunidades transgénero, no conformes con el género y no binarias en el estado de Nueva York y en todo el país.

Governor Hochul announced state actions to support transgender New Yorkers, including the issuance of a proclamation earlier this month declaring November Transgender Awareness Month to celebrate transgender, gender non-conforming and nonbinary communities in New York State and across the country.

Governor Hochul and Attorney General James updated New Yorkers on the ongoing work to protect the fundamental freedoms of New Yorkers in preparation for President-Elect Donald Trump’s second term.

Governor Hochul marched in New York City’s Pride Parade.

Governor Hochul announced a $5.4 million investment in the LGBTQ+ community in New York.

Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center grand opening ceremony.

Governor Hochul signed a legislative package to support LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and people living with HIV/AIDS.