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Medical Aid in Dying Act Signed into New York State Law
February 6, 2026 | 6:15 PM ESTGovernor Hochul signed legislation S.138/A.136 that will allow medical aid in dying to be available to terminally ill New Yorkers with less than six months to live.
Reconnecting Injured Workers with Higher Education
February 6, 2026 | 11:27 AM ESTGovernor Hochul announced a new collaboration between the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board and SUNY and CUNY, to support injured New Yorkers by promoting free community college for adult learners through the SUNY and CUNY Reconnect programs.
Prepare for Extreme Cold Across the State
February 5, 2026 | 2:33 PM ESTGovernor Hochul urged New Yorkers to prepare ahead of extreme cold temperatures set to impact the state Friday through the weekend.
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Governor Hochul announced the opening of the Governor's Office of Storm Recovery's Mount Vernon Healthy Homes pilot program.
Governor Hochul announced new COVID-19 preparedness initiatives to protect public health and support New York State's ongoing response to the pandemic.
Governor Hochul signed eight pieces of legislation to provide support and resources for victims of human trafficking.
Governor Hochul recommended Justin E. Driscoll to serve as President and CEO of the New York Power Authority.
Governor Hochul announced that Luminate New York alum OWL AI will expand its operations in Monroe County in the Town of Perinton, committing to creating up to 105 high-technology jobs in the region.
Governor Hochul signed a package of legislation to support residents of public housing and improve conditions in the New York City Housing Authority.
Governor Hochul, along with the New York State Department of Health, announced the distribution of the JYNNEOS vaccine in New York, following an additional allocation of 8,822 doses to New York State from the federal government.
"Today's Gateway Development Commission board meeting is a major step in moving the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project forward."
Earlier, Governor Kathy Hochul announced major actions to combat wage theft and protect the paychecks of hardworking New Yorkers
Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state's progress combating COVID-19.