Pressroom

Governor Hochul announced the NYS Office of Strategic Workforce Development has awarded nearly $11 million in grants to seventeen projects across the state.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Federal Highway Administration has completed the environmental review of the State's nation-leading congestion pricing program - Manhattan Central Business District Tolling - following a 30-day public availability period of the Final Environmental Assessment.

Governor Hochul announced flags on State buildings will be flown at half-staff in honor of former Lieutenant Governor Richard Ravitch.

Governor Hochul urged New Yorkers, especially those sensitive to air pollution, to use caution and prepare as smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to significantly impact air quality throughout New York this week, with air pollution potentially reaching 'Unhealthy' levels

Governor Hochul issued a proclamation emphasizing the importance of mental health and encouraging individuals, especially Veterans, to undergo screenings.

Governor Hochul announced that the Federal Highway Administration issued a Finding of No Significant Impact, confirming the congestion pricing plan, including mitigation measures for at-risk communities, wins Federal approval.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of a $47 million multi-year project at Hempstead Lake State Park on Long Island

Governor Hochul announced the fireworks will illuminate the sky above Long Island's popular oceanfront park on Independence Day, July 4.

Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on expected air quality this week.

Governor Hochul urged New Yorkers to prepare for potentially severe weather this week, as severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall are in the forecast for downstate regions on Monday and Tuesday, causing the potential for localized flash flooding in flood-prone regions.