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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 renovations are complete on Parkedge Townhomes in Utica, a 184-unit Mitchell Lama development for families.

Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the Triangle Fire memorial dedication in New York City.

Governor Hochul announced legislation to regulate unhealthy social media usage by prohibiting minors from accessing addictive feeds without parental consent.

Governor Hochul announced the official grand opening of the City Center Building in downtown Syracuse.

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the $10 million Empire Technology Prize to advance low carbon heating system retrofits.

Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the “New York Stands with Israel” vigil and rally in New York City.

Governor Hochul announced that flags on State buildings will be flown at half-staff indefinitely starting on Wednesday, October 11 in remembrance of the lives lost as a result of the recent terrorist attacks against the State of Israel.

Governor Hochul announced the Decarbonization Leadership program, an electrification initiative administered by the New York Power Authority.

Governor Hochul launched the third round of applications for New York's $40 million Biodefense Commercialization Fund.

La gobernadora Hochul honró a 29 bomberos caídos en la 26.ª Ceremonia Anualen Memoria de los Bomberos Caídos del Estado de Nueva York.