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Governor Hochul introduced and welcomed New York State Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin at a swearing in ceremony.

Governor Hochul announced a partnership with "New York Fashion Week: The Shows" to encourage growth in the creative industry sector of New York.

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the multi-faceted statewide #VaxtoSchool campaign to support increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers, furthering the administration's commitment to making the health and well-being of students, teachers and families a top priority.

Governor Hochul paid respects at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in Manhattan, and announced the New York Power Authority is funding and implementing the installation of new LED lighting inside the space.

Governor Hochul announced new appointments to her administration.

Governor Hochul announced new actions to reduce climate-altering greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from the transportation sector.

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

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the multi-faceted statewide #VaxtoSchool campaign to support increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers

Governor Hochul cautioned New Yorkers of potential weather impacts as thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rain are expected in New York City, Hudson Valley and Capital Region areas of the state later this afternoon and continuing through this evening.

Governor Hochul announced the opening of New York's new $40 million Biodefense Commercialization Fund.