Pressroom

Governor Hochul attended the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

Governor Hochul convened a virtual roundtable with Latina government, community, and corporate leaders to discuss pay equity, representation in government, and Latina contributions throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

Governor Hochul announced the opening of the application period for $25 million in grants to strengthen safety and security measures at facilities of nonprofit organizations at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or missions.

Governor Hochul announced that a new $76 million development with 201 mixed-income affordable homes and a brand-new 22,000-square-foot fresh food market will open soon in Buffalo.

Governor Hochul signed legislation ensuring retirement plan options for private sector employees.

Governor Hochul announced new appointments, nominations and recommendations to her administration.

Governor Hochul announced a commitment of $11.1 million in federal workforce development funding over the next three years to expand the successful network of Disability Resource Coordinators to all 33 local workforce development areas and to better serve individuals with disabilities in New York State Career Centers.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced residents in Dutchess County are eligible to apply for FEMA's Individual Assistance program as part of the previously declared Major Disaster Declaration for the devastating flooding and damages caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida in early September.

Governor Hochul announced the designation of John Lyman Ernst as chair of the Adirondack Park Agency.