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Transcript: Governor Hochul is a Guest on CNN
March 20, 2025 | 10:30 PM EDTGovernor Hochul was a guest on CNN.
Task Force Marks One Year of Ghost Car Removals
March 20, 2025 | 4:24 PM EDTGovernor Hochul, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bridges and Tunnels and the New York City Police Department (NYPD), along with regional law enforcement partners including MTA Police Department (MTAPD), New York State Police, Port Authority Police, New York City Sheriff's Office, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) Police, New York City Business Integrity Commission and U.S. Park Police, today shared results of one year of operations following the launch of a multi-agency City and State-led task force dedicated to removing “ghost cars” — cars that are virtually untraceable by traffic cameras and toll readers because of their forged or altered license plates — from New York City streets.
Making School Meals Free for Every Student in New York
March 20, 2025 | 12:47 PM EDTGovernor Hochul reaffirmed her commitment to providing free breakfast and lunch to more than 2.7 million students.
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Governor Hochul announced more than $38 million has been awarded to support 47 priority projects across New York State through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
Governor Hochul announced the launch of new media ads to boost vaccination rates among children in New York State.
Governor Hochul accepted the Federation of Italian American Organizations of Brooklyn "Woman of the Year" award and delivered virtual remarks.
Governor Hochul announced that Brigadier General Denise Donnell, a Clifton Park resident, is taking over duties as the commander of the 5,900-member New York Air National Guard, the aerial militia arm of the New York National Guard.
Governor Hochul announced eligibility for second COVID-19 vaccine booster doses. Booster doses are free and widely available statewide, including at all state-run mass vaccination sites.
Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19.
Governor Hochul announced that New York State will host five events as part of the 2022 Regional Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises Online Opportunities Expo Series.
Governor Hochul and Attorney General James issued the following joint statement in response to the New York Supreme Court's rejection of the state's current redistricting plans.
"This is a critical time in New York's economic recovery, and I am committed to ensuring that our state budget reflects New Yorkers' priorities and tackles the top issues we are facing."
Governor Hochul issued a proclamation declaring March 31, 2022 Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrating the trans community in New York State and across the country.