New York State’s Joint Commission on Public Ethics, or JCOPE, is launching a probe into its own body. The Commission will hire outside lawyers to investigate the approval of former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s $5.1 million book deal. JCOPE’s Chair … [Read more...]
NYS SNAP Recipients May Now Use Benefits for Prepared or Hot Food
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation establishing a statewide Restaurant Meals Program as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. The legislation mandates the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Announces Plan to Expand Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandate to Adult Care, Home Health
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a plan to expand the healthcare worker vaccine mandate to areas like adult care facilities and home health agencies. Employees who work for long term home health care programs, AIDS home care programs, hospice … [Read more...]
$373 Million in HEAP Monies Now Available for NYS Residents
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...]
