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State of Emergency Declared Following Severe Weather
June 22, 2025 | 4:24 PM EDTGovernor Hochul declared a State of Emergency in 32 counties in response to severe weather and extreme heat impacting communities across New York.
Statement From Governor Hochul
June 22, 2025 | 9:00 AM EDT"As we work to keep New Yorkers safe, we pray for the safety of our American troops, for speedy deescalation of this conflict, and for durable peace in the region.”
Refreshments Now Allowed While While Waiting to Vote
June 21, 2025 | 11:35 AM EDTGovernor Hochul signed legislation to allow voters to receive refreshments as they wait in line to exercise their civic duty.
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Governor Hochul announced that major construction is complete on a project that reconstructed the bridge carrying U.S. Route 1 over the Mamaroneck River in the Town of Mamaroneck, enhancing safety and resiliency along a vital travel route for motorists in Westchester County.
Governor Hochul announced $17.2 million in awards through the Family-Centered Services initiative to strengthen social services that help vulnerable families achieve financial stability.
Governor Hochul participated in an Aspen Institute Fireside Chat.
Governor Hochul announced the completion of three Downtown Revitalization Initiative projects in the City of Albany totaling $6.6 million – the Clinton Market Collective, Clinton Avenue streetscape improvements and illumination of the Livingston Avenue Railroad Bridge Underpass.
Governor Hochul announced that the New York State Police are now accepting applications for the Trooper Entrance Examination, and testing for candidates will start on August 15, 2024.
Governor Hochul announced the start of construction on a critical drinking water project to replace 772 residential lead and galvanized drinking water service lines in the City of Rochester.
The rulemaking process for the SAFE For Kids Act and the New York Child Data Protection Act is now underway at the direction of Attorney General James, who has been an incredible partner from day one.
La gobernadora Hochul anunció un nuevo proyecto de arrecife de ostras en el extremo oriental de la bahía de Jamaica, que limita con los condados de Nassau y Queens.
La gobernadora Hochul se unió al alcalde Eric Adams y a los funcionarios de la ciudad de Nueva York para celebrar un hito importante en las acciones de cumplimiento de Nueva York contra los minoristas ilegales de cannabis.
Governor Hochul joined Mayor Adams and New York City officials to celebrate a major milestone in New York’s enforcement actions against illegal cannabis retailers.