Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul
“After months of waiting, President Trump today denied our request for a Major Disaster Declaration following the blizzard that pummeled New York City, Long Island and the Mid-Hudson in February of
Better Transit in the Hudson Valley: Governor Hochul Announces New York State Department of Transportation’s Expansion of Newburgh-Beacon Bridge Shuttle
Weekend and Holiday Service to Begin on July 4 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that beginning on Saturday, July 4, the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge Shuttlewill offer weekend and holiday bus service
Governor Hochul Announces New York Has Installed Eight Gigawatts of Distributed Solar Energy
State is Ahead of Schedule for Reaching Ten Gigawatts by 2030 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that eight gigawatts of distributed solar has been installed across New York State, which puts the
Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $21 Million in Additional NY SWIMS Funding to Support 16 Projects Across New York State
Program Has Now Awarded Nearly $260 Million to 79 Projects Across Every Region of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $21 million in additional funding through the New York
Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction for $167 Million Chelsea Beacon Redevelopment to Transform Former Vacant Bayview Correctional Facility
Project Will Create More Than 130 Affordable Homes, Supportive Housing Services and Community Space in Chelsea Builds on Governor Hochul’s Efforts To Build More Housing on Underutilized State-Owned
Amid Summer Heat Wave, Governor Hochul Reminds New Yorkers to Enroll in State’s Energy Affordability Program for Discounts on Utility Bills
Millions More New Yorkers Are Eligible to Enroll Now For Monthly Discounts Visitny.gov/EAPfor More Information on Eligibility and Enrollment Amid the summer heat wave, Governor Kathy Hochul today
Governor Hochul Secures Physical Disaster Declaration From U.S. Small Business Administration for Homeowners, Renters and Businesses Impacted by Severe Flooding
Physical Disaster Declaration Secured for Queens County and Contiguous Counties Following Severe Storms and Flooding on May 20, 2026 Low-Interest Small Business Administration Loans Would Support
Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Extreme Heat and Urges Caution to Safely Enjoy July 4th Activities
Hottest Temperatures of the Year Expected Today and Thursday with ‘Feels-Like’ Temperatures Reaching 100 Degrees Some Places Could Experience ‘Feels-Like’ Temperatures More Than 110 Degrees Severe
Governor Hochul Announces Work Zone Speed Camera Program Now in Effect on MTA Bridges and Tunnels
Automated Work Zone Safety Enforcement Program Designed to Protect Workers and Motorists by Enforcing Speed Limits in Construction Zones Signed Into Law in 2021 by Governor Kathy Hochul for State
Governor Hochul Announces $189 Million in Food Assistance Has Already Been Delivered to Nearly 1.6 Million Children Across New York State This Summer
$120 Per Child Going to Eligible Families Through 2026 Summer EBT Program Summer EBT Benefits Expire 122 Days After Being Issued, Recipients Should Use Their Benefits Soon After They Receive
Governor Hochul Issues New Guidance to Implement Reforms Aimed at Lowering Auto Insurance Premiums for New Yorkers
Guidance Requires Auto Insurance Entities To Incorporate Anticipated Savings from Reforms into Current and Future Rate Filings Reforms Build on Governor’s Ongoing Efforts To Make New York State More
Governor Hochul Announces MTA to Replace Three East End LIRR Bridges
Project Will Rebuild Vehicular Bridges Over LIRR Tracks That Are More Than 100 Years Old Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Metropolitan Transportation Authority has awarded a contract to
Unplug and Play: Governor Hochul Announces 20 Projects Awarded $10 Million in Funding From Round 2 of the Municipal Parks and Recreation Statewide Grant Program
Environmental Bond Act Funded Grant Program Complements Governor Hochul’s ‘Unplug and Play Initiative’ Grants Support Local Park Improvements and Enhance Community Recreation Opportunities Governor
Governor Hochul Announces More Than $106 Million to Expand Childcare Capacity Across New York State
37 Capital Grants Awarded in All 10 Regions of the State To Support Childcare Expansion and Modernization $150 Million in Total Capital Funding Under This Administration Will Help Create and Improve
Governor Hochul Announces Designations to the Appellate Divisions in the First Department
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the designation of Justice Matthew Parker-Raso as an Additional Justice of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, First Department and the elevation of
Statement From Governors Kathy Hochul and Mikie Sherrill and Attorneys General Letitia James and Jennifer Davenport
“We are grateful that a federal court has once again agreed that the Trump Administration’s decision to freeze billions of dollars in grants for the Gateway Tunnel Project is flagrantly
Governor Hochul Announces Statewide Preparations to Improve Travel on State’s Roads Through Holiday Weekend
State Police and Local Law Enforcement To Target Impaired and Reckless DriversThruway Authority, Department of Transportation To Suspend Road WorkNearly 50,000 Tickets Issued During 2025 Enforcement,
Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Multiple Days of Extreme Heat
Some Places Could Experience ‘Feels-Like’ Temperatures Up To 110 Degrees State Parks Open for Extended Hours at Swimming and Cooling Locations Employers and Outdoor Workers Should Utilize Extreme
Governor Hochul Announces the Launch of $30 Million Tariff Relief Program for New York Agricultural Producers
Applications for Dairy, Livestock, Specialty Crop and Aquaculture Producers Now Available Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the release of the $30 million Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs
Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Makes an America250 Announcement
Governor Hochul: “The perseverance of those who came before us and willing to stand up and defend a concept that was so new, so untested, but they all believed in this one common purpose, and they
B-Roll & Photos: Governor Hochul Marches in Annual New York City Pride March
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul marched in New York City’s annual Pride March. The Governor also announced several expanded initiatives designed to increase support for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers,
During Pride Month, Governor Hochul Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting New York's LGBTQ+ Community
Governor Hochul Marches Alongside New Yorkers at the New York City Pride March in Support of the State’s Vibrant LGBTQ+ Community State Commits $1.8 Million for LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Crisis
Governor Hochul Joins With Sail4th 250 and New York City, Navy and Coast Guard Officials to Detail Plans to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
Events Will Include Largest Fleet of Tall Ships Sailing Into New York Harbor, Massive Aerial Show and Fireworks Weekend Will Also Include Family Friendly Sightseeing Cruises and Ship Tours 20,000
La Gobernadora Hochul y el Fiscal de Distrito de Brooklyn, González, Anuncian Cargos Penales Tras el Desmantelamiento de una Pandilla en Brooklyn
Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Rallies With Immigration Advocates and 1199SEIU Members Following SCOTUS Ruling
Governor Hochul: “Today, hundreds of thousands of individuals woke up with this dread, this fear in their hearts because their rights are being abandoned by the Trump administration and the Supreme
Governor Hochul Announces $17 Million for Two New Highway Projects in Western New York as Part of Historic State Investment to Improve Roads and Bridges
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on two key roadways in Erie and Niagara counties. The two projects, totaling more than $17 million, include $8.7 million for the
Governor Hochul Announces $45.9 Million Funding Available to Develop Additional Supportive Housing Units Statewide
Housing Units Designated for Veterans, Individuals With Serious Mental Illness or Substance Use Disorder, Domestic Violence Survivors and Older Adults With Disabilities Governor Kathy Hochul today
Governor Hochul Announces Doubling the Empire State Service Corps to Connect More SUNY Students to Civic and Career Preparation
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Empire State Service Corps will double in size, growing from 500 to 1,000 available spots and will include new program areas to meet New York’s most pressing
Governor Hochul Announces 396 Million Free School Meals Served Statewide in 2025-2026 School Year
Saving New York Families Up to $450 Million Per Month on Grocery Costs Ensuring 2.7 Million NY Students Receive Free Breakfast and Lunch at School To mark the end of the school year, Governor Kathy
Governor Hochul and Brooklyn District Attorney Gonzalez Announce Criminal Charges in Brooklyn Gang Takedown
Twenty-Two Alleged Members of Folk Nation Gang Charged in Conspiracy Indictment That Includes 33 Criminal Acts Alleged Gang Members Charged With 26 Shootings Including One Homicide, 12 Non-Fatal
Governor Hochul Announces Over $43 Million Awarded to Local Governments to Enhance Safety on Roadways as Part of Its “Safe System” Approach Toward Zero Deaths on State Highways
Supports Signage, Pavement Markings, New Guide Rails and Other Improvements To Reduce Inadvertent Lane Departures New York State Has Invested Over $75 Million Since 2025 To Improve Roadway
ICYMI: NYNJ Host Committee Welcomes Youth Soccer Players from New York and New Jersey to Today’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Match
Student-Athletes from New York City Public Schools and New Jersey Youth Soccer Organizations Attend Germany vs. Ecuador as Guests of the NYNJ Host Committee Over 30 youth soccer players from New
Governor Hochul Announces Opening of $77 Million Deckorators Inc. Manufacturing Plant in Lackawanna
Leading Composite Decking Producer Establishes First New York State Footprint, Creating 50 Skilled Jobs at State-of-the-Art Facility Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the grand opening of a new
Governor Hochul, Brooklyn District Attorney Gonzalez Announce Criminal Charges in Brooklyn Gang Takedown
Twenty-Two Alleged Members of Folk Nation Gang Charged in Conspiracy Indictment That Includes 33 Criminal Acts Alleged Gang Members Charged With 26 Shootings Including One Homicide, 12 Non-Fatal
Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Stands Firm Against Trump Administration Attacks on New York’s Critical Public Safety and Transparency Laws
Governor Hochul: “As Governor, public safety is my number one priority. Always has been and always will be. Over the last few months, we've had many conversations on this topic. How do we keep New
On Anniversary of Dobbs, Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Announce Major Expansion of Abortion Access Hub
Nearly Half a Million Dollars in New Funding Will Expand the NYC Hotline's Capacity To Connect Callers with Abortion Providers and Support Services Today, on the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s
Governor Hochul Stands Firm Against Trump Administration Attacks on New York’s Critical Public Safety and Transparency Laws
Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Sue the Trump Administration To Protect New Laws Establishing Critical Accountability Measures in New York Lawsuit Seeks To Ensure Local, State and Federal
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $20 Million Affordable Housing Development in Ulster County
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Harmony Hall, a $20 million, 51-unit affordable senior housing development in the village of New Paltz, Ulster County. The project’s design
Governor Hochul Announces Registration for Free Tickets to New York State United: The 2026 World Cup Final Watch Experience
Families and Fans from Across the Hudson Valley and New York State Invited to Attend Free Public Viewing Event Request Your Free Tickets Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that free ticket
Governor Hochul Announces Launch of Secure Firearm Storage Education Campaign as Gun Violence Continues to Decline Across New York State
New York State Office of Gun Violence Prevention, Brady: United Against Gun Violence, and the Ad Council Partner To Raise Awareness About Storage Options and Preventing Firearm Misuse ‘End Family
ICYMI: Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Sue to Defend New Community Safety Laws
Lawsuit Seeks to Ensure Local, State, and Federal Officers Comply with New State Laws, Including Requirement that Officers Remain Identifiable During Public Operations Trump Administration Has
B-Roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul, Buffalo Bills and Erie County Announce Completion of New $2.1 Billion Highmark Stadium
Governor Hochul: “After a lot of work, we secured a 30-year commitment, because I wanted to make sure that a baby that's born today would know that they could someday walk through this stadium
Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul is a Guest on ‘Shredd and Ragan in the Morning’ on 97 Rock
Governor Hochul: “This is how I can unify this state, Upstate and Downstate, common love of the Buffalo Bills… We unify behind teams, and I just had to tell everybody it's huge for the Western New
Touchdown! Governor Hochul, Buffalo Bills and Erie County Announce Completion of New $2.1 Billion Highmark Stadium
New 60,000 Seat State-of-the-Art Stadium Will Keep the Team in Western New York for Next 30 Years Economic Impact Will Far Exceed the Public Contribution to Western New York’s Largest Construction
Governor Hochul Announces Continuation of Public Workforce Hiring Program to Fill Critical Roles to Serve New Yorkers
Extension of NY HELPS through June 2028 Streamlines Hiring for Vital Positions Open to the Public More Than 60,000 Appointments Made by State Agencies and Local Governments via the Program, Helping
Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Sue to Defend New Community Safety Laws
Trump Administration Has Threatened to Challenge New York’s Laws Protecting Public Safety, Transparency and State and Local Resources New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $72 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development on Long Island
Estella Housing in Hempstead Provides 95 Affordable Homes, Including 42 Supportive Apartments for Vulnerable Individuals and Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Transit-Oriented Development Expands
Governor Hochul Celebrates Completion of 100-Mile Smart Path Connect Transmission Project, Delivering More Than $438 Million in Annual Savings for New Yorkers
Upgrade Unbottles Upstate Clean Energy, Adds 1 GW to State Electric Grid, and Improves Reliability and Resiliency ViewProject Video, Photos, Smart Path Connect Mapand aStatewide Transmission
Governor Hochul and TTM Technologies Mark Official Opening of $130 Million High-Tech Manufacturing Facility in the Town of Dewitt
Company Will Produce State-of-the-Art Printed Circuit Boards To Enhance National Security, Creating Up To 400 Good-Paying Jobs in Central New York Builds on Governor Hochul’s Successful Business
Governor Hochul Announces Exploratory Committee to Evaluate Potential Lake Placid-New York City Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games in 2042
Announcement of Committee Leadership Comes Ahead of the Celebration of Olympic Day on June 23 The Effort Brings Together Leaders from Government, Business, Sports and Community Organizations to