Pressroom

Governor Hochul announced that New York State is the first state in the nation to receive U.S. Department of the Treasury's approval to launch its Homeowner Assistance Fund, a program that will provide up to $539 million to help eligible homeowners avert mortgage delinquency, default, foreclosure, and displacement.

Governor Hochul signed legislation (S.1560/A.1994) into law to protect seniors from fraudulent use of personal information by authorizing support services on identity theft through non-profit agencies and law enforcement.

Governor Hochul signed legislation (S.7151/A.7390) expanding the discrimination protections of the Human Rights Law to include for-profit colleges, universities, career schools, and English as a second language schools by updating the definition of a covered 'educational institution.'

Governor Hochul announced the opening of two newly expanded and improved waterfront promenades within Roosevelt Island's Southpoint Park.

Earlier this evening, Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the Empire State Plaza tree lighting.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of a LED lighting project throughout the buildings at Empire State Plaza that will allow the plaza to be dynamically colored on special occasions.

Earlier this morning, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered remarks at the Grace Baptist Church virtual service.

Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19.

Governor Hochul announced the deadline for applications for the Ida Relief Fund will be extended until January 4th to provide relief to excluded survivors of the storms and flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida.