Governor Kathy Hochul announced EMTs will be authorized to administer the COVID-19 vaccine in an effort to increase vaccinations and prepare for booster shots upon FDA approval. Hochul has directed the State Department of Health to authorize basic … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Emergency Rental Assistance Program Payments Nearly Doubled
Governor Kathy Hochul announced Emergency Rental Assistance Program payments have nearly doubled in the past three weeks. The program enables tenants at risk for eviction to stay in their homes and helps landlords recoup unpaid rent. Beginning … [Read more...]
Siena College Poll: Governor Hochul has 42% Favorability
A Siena College Poll found Governor Kathy Hochul currently has a 42% favorability with voters. 41% of registered voters polled said either they don’t know Hochul or don’t know enough about her to have an opinion. 52% of voters polled say Hochul has … [Read more...]
Governor Kathy Hochul Announces Agenda Affirming Abortion Rights
Governor Kathy Hochul announced an agenda Monday affirming abortion rights in response to anti-abortion laws in Texas and across the country. Hochul was joined by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to lay out their combined efforts to fight for … [Read more...]
Brian Benjamin Sworn In As NYS Next Lieutenant Governor
Former State Senator Brian Benjamin has been sworn in as New York's next Lieutenant Governor. The ceremony was held Thursday morning in Manhattan. Benjamin will be first in line to succeed Governor Kathy Hochul should she no longer be able to … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation To Make New Cars Zero-Emissions By 2035
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to make all new passenger cars and trucks sold in New York State zero-emissions by 2035. In addition, the Governor directed the Department of Environmental Conservation to release a proposed regulation … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Designates COVID-19 as Airborne Infectious Disease Under NYS HERO Act
Governor Kathy Hochul has designated COVID-19 as an airborne infectious disease under the state's HERO Act. The designation requires all employers to implement workplace safety plans in the event of an airborne infectious disease in order to help … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Related to Workplace Safety, Wages
Governor Kathy Hochul signed on Labor Day four pieces of legislation related to workplace safety and wages. The bills establish a demonstration program to implement speed violation monitoring systems in work zones to keep workers safe and make … [Read more...]
NYS Issues Further Guidance and Regulations for Schools Reopening
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced requirements and guidance for schools to reopening. The Public Health and Health Planning Council passed an emergency regulation Thursday and the Health Commissioner issued a determination requiring all teachers, … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Extending Virtual Access to Public Meetings
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation extending virtual access to public meetings under New York State's Open Meetings Law. The law allows New Yorkers to virtually participate in local government meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. The … [Read more...]
