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New York’s First Media Literacy Toolkit for Educators
January 23, 2025 | 3:41 PM ESTGovernor Hochul introduced a resource for teachers to develop students’ ability to analyze, evaluate and assess all forms of media.
Making Water Infrastructure Projects Affordable
January 23, 2025 | 1:35 PM ESTGovernor Hochul announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State.
Support for Push to Restrict Smartphone Use in Schools
January 23, 2025 | 1:17 PM ESTElected officials, labor leaders and education advocates react to Governor Hochul's push to restrict smartphone use in K-12 schools statewide.
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Governor Hochul signed legislation (S.1133/A.4136) to clarify the definition of what constitutes an acceptable name for candidates to use to identify themselves on a ballot or petition.
Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19.
Governor Hochul announced the availability of $9.5 million to expand evidence-based practices for substance use disorder prevention services to youth, families and communities in New York State.
Governor Hochul announced that construction has begun on a $64.4 million project to replace the bridge carrying the Bronx River Parkway over the Metro-North Railroad in the Wakefield and Woodlawn Heights sections of the Bronx.
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.