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Calling on Congress to Increase Funding for 9/11 Victims
February 20, 2019 | 03:15 pm ESTGovernor Cuomo issues an open letter to the Senate and the House of Representatives calling on them to immediately increase funding for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
$25 Million for Bridge Strike Prevention on State Parkways
February 20, 2019 | 02:30 pm ESTGovernor Cuomo's announces that the 2019-20 Executive Budget includes $25 million to mitigate bridge strikes on parkways across New York State by deploying new state-of-the-art technologies and automated devices -- including dual infrared beams, audible bells, and warning signs with flashing beacons -- to warn drivers of immediate danger.
Legislation to Ease Ballot Access for Public Office Candidates
February 20, 2019 | 02:15 pm ESTGovernor Cuomo signs two pieces of legislation to increase ballot access for candidates running for public office following the recent change in New York's primary election date.