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Advancing Relationships with the Dominican Republic
November 9, 2025 | 6:35 PM ESTGovernor Hochul arrived in Santiago, Dominican Republic to continue advancing the longstanding relationship between New York State and the Caribbean Nation.
Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul
November 7, 2025 | 4:02 PM EST“After weeks of the Trump administration putting millions of New Yorkers through chaos and confusion, following guidance from USDA, I've directed state agencies to issue full federal SNAP benefits for November."
New York State Offers Free Fishing Day on Veterans Day
November 7, 2025 | 12:42 PM ESTGovernor Hochul announced that the last statewide Free Fishing Day of 2025 will occur Tuesday, Nov. 11, to mark Veterans Day and honor those who defended and protected our nation’s democracy and freedoms.
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Governor Hochul announced expanded access to compensation for individuals who have been impacted by homicide and other crimes and victimized by financial scams.
Governor Hochul directed that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney who passed away on November 3, 2025.
Governor Hochul urged New Yorkers to prepare for a storm system forecasted to bring widespread strong-to-severe wind, rain, thunderstorms and the potential for snow in higher elevations Wednesday into Thursday.
Governor Hochul announced that work is complete on an $11.4 million project to reconfigure the intersection of State Route 376.
Governor Hochul announced New York’s annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York is underway as of Saturday, Nov. 1.
Governor Hochul announced a major affordability win for millions of New Yorkers: $151 million in energy bill savings in 2026 as a result of the State’s Zero-Emissions Credits (ZEC) program, with the potential for additional savings in future years depending on market conditions.
La gobernadora Hochul anunció que la Autoridad Metropolitana de Transporte (MTA) aumentará el servicio entre semana en las líneas A y L del metro a partir de esta mañana, 3 de noviembre.
"The Trump administration's decision not to fully fund SNAP is indefensible."
Governor Hochul announced that work is underway on a $27.4 million project that will rehabilitate several key roadways in the City of Ithaca, improving resiliency and providing smoother rides along this important gateway to the Finger Lakes.
Governor Hochul announced New York State has secured $14.3 million through the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program – National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS), a program that supports organizations at-risk for terrorist attacks.