In her 2022 State of the State Address, Governor Hochul announced a bold, ambitious agenda focused on coming back from the COVID crisis and unlocking a whole New Era for New York.
We will create a New Era for New York by embarking on a bold, far-reaching policy agenda that advances our recovery and restores New Yorkers' trust in government.
2022 State of the State Agenda
Rebuild Our Healthcare Economy to Provide Care for More New Yorkers
A $10 billon multi-year investment to rebuild and grow the healthcare workforce and strengthen the healthcare system, while reducing inequities in the health care system.
Protect Public Safety & Taking Action Against Gun Violence
A three-part agenda aimed at preventing and reducing gun violence and violent crime.
Invest in New York's People
Provide meaningful tax relief for small businesses and middle-income households and ensure our workers have access to both well-paying jobs and strong basic rights.
Invest in New York's Communities
Invest in broadband to close the digital divide and invest in comprehensive infrastructure projects and economic development programs to benefit every region.
Make Housing More Affordable, Equitable & Stable
Launch a comprehensive 5-year housing plan, promote housing affordability and address homelessness.
Make New York a National Leader in Climate Action and Green Jobs
Accelerate the renewable energy economy, decarbonize New York's buildings, expand electric vehicle access and affordability and protect New York's environment.
Rebuild the Teacher Workforce & Reimagine Higher Education
Recruit and retain teachers, make higher education more affordable and accessible and revitalize SUNY to become the best and most equitable statewide system in the country.
Advance New York's Place as a National Equity Model
Promote gender and racial equity, stop hate, advance social justice, and support the LGBTQIA+ community, immigrants and new arrivals, and veterans.
Make Critical Reforms to Restore Faith in Government
Continue to lead by example in showing New Yorkers what good, honest, functioning government looks like.