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Agreement on FY 2026 State Budget
April 28, 2025 | 8:20 PM EDTGovernor Hochul announced an agreement with legislative leaders on key priorities in the Fiscal Year 2026 New York State Budget.
Prepare for Severe Weather Tuesday
April 28, 2025 | 5:50 PM EDTGovernor Hochul cautioned New Yorkers in portions of Western and Central New York to prepare for severe weather Tuesday afternoon.
Call to Reevaluate Construction Plans on East River Tunnels
April 28, 2025 | 4:46 PM EDTGovernor Hochul called on Amtrak to reevaluate its plan to fully shut down the East River Tunnels as it undertakes its latest rehabilitation project and consider shifting instead to a ‘repair in place’ method — with construction happening during nights and weekends — to maintain normal train schedules.
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Governor Hochul and the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, in partnership with the DMV, today announced a contest for New Yorkers to vote on a new custom state license plate.

Governor Hochul announced $387 million is being delivered to 1,452 local governments across the New York State to help boost their pandemic response infrastructure.

Governor Hochul announced that New York State's Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business program has reached a significant milestone, with more than 1,000 certified SDVOBs now active.

Governor Hochul announced the launch of two new interactive online dashboards to improve access to unemployment data for all New Yorkers.

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

Governor Hochul signed legislation that will enhance security at Hancock International Airport.

Governor Hochul signed a legislative package dedicating portions of the New York State highway system to veterans and first responders.

La gobernadora Hochul anunció hoy la finalización de un desarrollo de viviendas asequibles de uso mixto de $64 millones en la ciudad de White Plains.

Earlier, Governor Hochul joined Mayor Adams for a media availability on New York City's bid to host the 2024 DNC.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of Grace Brown House, a $7.7 million permanent supportive housing project in Cortland County.