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Assisting Flood Recovery Efforts in Texas
July 9, 2025 | 3:45 PM EDTGovernor Hochul announced that four New York State Police staff and three canines will deploy to Kerr County, Texas to support search efforts following devastating floods.
Improving Catskill Conservation and Public Access
July 9, 2025 | 11:23 AM EDTGovernor Hochul announced two milestones that will both enhance recreational access for New Yorkers and ensure long-term protections in unique and ecologically important locations in the Catskill Forest Preserve.
Honoring West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek
July 9, 2025 | 9:33 AM EDTGovernor Hochul directed flags on all State government buildings to be flown at half-staff in honor of West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek, who passed away on July 4 in the line of duty, while responding to a fire in Conklin.
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Governor Hochul highlighted FY 2023 Enacted Budget investments in early childhood education during a visit to the Chestnut Street School in West Hempstead on Long Island.

Governor Hochul announced the start of construction on a $21 million affordable housing development in Buffalo.

Governor Hochul announced the recipients of the Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award.

Governor Hochul announced that more than $46 million will be available to support New York State's Summer Youth Employment Program this year.

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

Earlier, Governor Hochul signed a nation-leading legislative package to immediately protect the rights of patients and empower reproductive healthcare providers in anticipation of a final decision by the Supreme Court on abortion access.

Governor Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams appointed 54 leaders from across New York City's business, labor, academic, nonprofit, and philanthropic sectors to join the "New" New York blue-ribbon panel, which will examine the future of New York City and the region's economy.

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

Governor Hochul signed a nation-leading legislative package to immediately protect the rights of patients and empower reproductive healthcare providers in anticipation of a final decision by the Supreme Court on abortion access.

Governor Hochul announced a major step forward in the transformative Kensington Expressway project in the City of Buffalo.