Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the application process for $373 million in Heating Energy Assistance Program monies is now open in New York State. The funds are for low- and middle-income New Yorkers who need assistance keeping their … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Working on Regulations to Require Mental Health Facility, Prison Health Care Workers to Be Vaccinated
Governor Kathy Hochul said regulations are being developed to mandate that health care workers in mental health facilities and prisons in New York be vaccinated against COVID-19. Hochul, speaking at a news briefing Thursday, said the regulations … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Reports No Healthcare Facility Closures Due to Staff Shortages from COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
Governor Kathy Hochul said Wednesday that no health care facilities in the state have reported closing following the healthcare vaccination mandate going into effect. The Governor has directed a 24/7 Operations Center, led by the Department of … [Read more...]
$150 Million in HEAP Available For Those Who Didn’t Qualify for Emergency Rental Assistance
$150 million in heating utility assistance has been announced by New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the funding will help low-income households that have fallen behind on their utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. … [Read more...]
Consumer Survey Launched in Study of Broadband Services in NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the launch of a Broadband Mapping Consumer Survey. The survey will assist in identifying the availability, reliability and cost of high-speed broadband services across the state. Hochul said correctly gauging … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Appoints Dr. Mary Bassett as NYS Health Commissioner
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Dr. Mary T. Bassett as the State Commissioner of the Department of Health. Dr. Bassett has more than 30 years of experience devoted to promoting health equity and social justice, both in the United States and … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Executive Order to Alleviate Potential Staffing Shortages in Health Care Facilities
Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order last night aimed at alleviating potential staffing shortages in hospitals and other health care facilities statewide. The executive order significantly expands the eligible health care workforce and … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Releases Plan to Deal with Hospital, Health Care Facility Shortages
Governor Kathy Hochul has released a comprehensive plan to address hospital and health care facility staffing shortages in preparation for today's vaccination deadline. The plan includes preparing to sign an executive order if necessary to declare … [Read more...]
State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker Announces Resignation
State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has announced his resignation. Governor Kathy Hochul announced Zucker's departure Thursday during a COVID-19 briefing, adding that he will stay on as health commissioner until the position is filled. … [Read more...]
State Senator Borrello Joins Lawsuit Against Universal Mask Requirements
State Senator George Borrello is part of a lawsuit filed in State Supreme Court challenging the underlying authority of a universal mask mandate for public and private schools. Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Health Department delivered the … [Read more...]
