Starting February 11, New York State businesses have new guidance to follow when charging an additional fee to customers paying with a credit card. This new guidance comes after Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a bill which imposes disclosure … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces $30 Million in Supportive Housing Funding
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $30 million in supportive housing funding. The funding is being administered by the State Office of Mental Health and will provide conditional funding for services and operating expenses for up to 4,839 units of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Nominates Steven G. James as NYS Police Superintendent
Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Steven G. James to serve as the Superintendent of the New York State Police. Acting Superintendent James will lead the New York State Police in an acting role as he awaits confirmation by the Senate. James … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Rape Is Rape Act Into Law
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the Rape is Rape Act into law. The legislation updates the definition of rape in the penal code to ensure that additional forms of nonconsensual, forced sexual conduct can be prosecuted as rape. Its provisions are … [Read more...]
NYS To Participate In Summer EBT Program
New York State will participate in the Summer EBT program which will provide meals to two million low-income school-aged children in the state. Governor Kathy Hochul opted the state into the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Summer Electronic … [Read more...]
Chautauqua, North Harmony Receive Total of $200,000 to Deal With Starry Stonewort
The towns of Chautauqua and North Harmony are each receiving $100,000 to deal with starry stonewort in Chautauqua Lake. Governor Kathy Hochul announced nearly $3 million in grants for 43 projects to reduce the negative impacts of invasive species. … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul’s Proposed State Budget Cuts Foundation Aid Over $400 Million For Schools
Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed state budget cuts Foundation Aid to nearly every school district in the state, including Jamestown. According to a press release by the New York State United Teachers, Jamestown Public Schools' Foundation Aid would … [Read more...]
Nine Democratic Governors, Including Hochul, Calling For Federal Action On Immigration
Nine Democratic governors, led by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, are calling for federal action on immigration. The governors asked in a letter sent to the White House and Congress for “a serious commitment” to overhauling the immigration system … [Read more...]
NYS Removes Barriers For Perspective School Bus Drivers Applying For CDL
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a plan to remove barriers for perspective school bus drivers applying for a commercial driver license. At the Governor’s direction, the Department of Motor Vehicles has implemented a federal waiver that allows … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Critical of Proposed $2.4 Billion For Migrant Crisis Issues In State Budget
State Senator George Borrello is critical of the $2.4 billion proposed in the state budget to be allocated to New York City to address the migrant crisis. Borrello said part of the problem is that New York City remains a "Sanctuary City" which … [Read more...]
