The New York State Legislature passed a $237 billion dollar budget Saturday, two weeks after the 2024-25 budget was due. Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statement saying, "This budget agreement represents the most significant improvement in housing … [Read more...]
April 15-19 is ‘Work Zone Awareness Week’ in NYS
This week is "Work Zone Awareness Week" in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul said the state is recognizing April 15 to 19 with the national theme of “Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.” State landmarks will … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul, State Leaders Have Preliminary Agreement on State Budget
Governor Kathy Hochul and New York legislative leaders have come to a preliminary agreement on the state budget. Hochul's original proposed spending plan $233 billion would increase to $237 billion. However, voting on the plan is not expected … [Read more...]
State Passes Another Budget Extender
The New York State Senate passed another budget extender on Monday to keep the government running through Thursday, April 11. The extender will pay state employees through Tuesday, April 16. The state Assembly had approved the measure over the … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Confirms Steven G. James As NYS Police Superintendent
Steven G. James has been confirmed as New York State's newest Police Superintendent. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the confirmation by the State Senate, saying, "Public safety is my top priority and Superintendent James has been a critical … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Sends Budget Extender Bill To State Legislature
New York State's budget will be late this year. To be on time, the State Legislature needs to pass the budget and have it signed by Governor Kathy Hochul by March 31. The new fiscal year starts April 1. Hochul released a statement Wednesday … [Read more...]
NYS ‘Move Over Law’ Expands To Include All Vehicles Starting March 27
New York State's "Move Over Law" will expand to include all vehicles starting March 27. Starting Wednesday, drivers will be required to take precautions, including slowing down and moving over, to avoid a crash with all vehicles stopped along the … [Read more...]
NYS Cannabis Control Board Approve Waiving Licensing Fees For Two Years For Cultivators
The New York State Cannabis Control Board voted Friday to waive licensing fees for two years for adult-use conditional cultivators. Those fees can range from $4,000 to $40,000. Licensees are allowed to cultivate and sell cannabis from an approved … [Read more...]
DEC Officials Try To Clear Confusion Over How Wetland Act Will Impact Chautauqua Lake
State officials are trying to clear up confusion over how revisions to the state's Freshwater Wetlands Act could impact Chautauqua Lake. The State Department of Environmental Conservation held a zoom conference with Chautauqua County, town, and … [Read more...]
NY Pharmacists Can Now Distribute Birth Control Without Prescription
New York pharmacists can now distribute hormonal birth control without the need of a prescription. Governor Kathy Hochul signed a standing order on Tuesday to authorize pharmacists to dispense three different types of hormonal contraception … [Read more...]
