Governor Kathy Hochul said she is bringing state lawmakers back on Thursday, June 30 to consider gun safety legislation in response to the Supreme Court striking down key portions of the state's licensing law. The court on Thursday, June 23 … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court Overturns New York Handgun Law
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Constitution provides a right to carry a gun outside the home, issuing a major decision on the meaning of the Second Amendment. The 6-3 ruling was the court’s second important decision on the right to … [Read more...]
Minority-Led Team Chosen to Manage $200 Million New York Social Equity Cannabis Investment Fund
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the team chosen to manage a $200 million fund to support social equity in the cannabis industry. Social Equity Impact Ventures, LLC, a minority-led investment team, will sponsor and manage the New York Social … [Read more...]
Americold Facility Construction Complete, Will Create 60 Jobs
The new Americold facility in the town of Dunkirk will create 60 jobs. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Americold has completed construction of a 181,000-square-foot cold storage distribution facility on approximately 28 acres. The $41 … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs John Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the landmark John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York into law on Monday. The legislation cements New York State's place as a national leader on voting rights and fulfilling a key part of the Governor's 2022 State … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Highlights $125 Million Investment in Early Childhood Education, Childcare
Governor Kathy Hochul is highlighting a $125 million investment in early childhood education as part of the 2023 state budget. The enacted budget uses the investment to expand access to full-day pre-K for four-year-old children, creating … [Read more...]
FDA Committee Approves COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Under 5
COVID-19 vaccines for children under the age of 5 have been approved by an FDA committee. The Food and Drug Administration's Advisory Committee approved amending the Emergency Use Authorization for the Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine … [Read more...]
Future of Brooks Hospital Top Concern at Senator Borrello Town Hall
Concerns about the future of Brooks Memorial Hospital were a top issue from the over 40 people who turned out for a town hall meeting by State Senator George Borrello held Tuesday night in the city of Dunkirk. Assemblyman Andy Goodell also … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Package of Bills Protecting Abortion Rights in NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of bills Monday to protect abortion rights in the state. This comes after a leak of a Supreme Court draft decision in May that suggests the court will overturn Roe v. Wade, taking away the right to abortion … [Read more...]
SUNY Schools Adopt Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy
SUNY schools are adopting a Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy following a directive by the State University of New York Board of Trustees. Governor Kathy Hochul said the policy update regarding the use of a chosen name and pronouns is to ensure that … [Read more...]
