Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Kathy Hochul announced funding up to $75 million dollars across New York State to create nine new Intensive Crisis Stabilization Centers across the State that will assist any adult, child, or adolescent experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Rochester  was one of the nine regions that was chosen. https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-75-million-awards-develop-new-intensive-crisis-stabilization-centers

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that SUNY and CUNY community colleges will receive $5 million in funding to support the creation or enhancement of short-term credential programs or course offerings that provide pathways to employment in the cannabis industry. Governor Hochul stated: “New York’s new cannabis industry is creating exciting opportunities, and we will ensure […]

Governor Kathy Hochul has launch a new, free COVID-19 hotline for those who test positive for the virus, but don’t have a health care provider. This initiative is a part of New York’s ongoing efforts to help reduce barriers to COVID-19 treatment for communities across the state. The hotline is open 24/7 and operated by Health + […]

Yesterday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the state is seeking proposals for $10 million that’s available to reproductive health care and abortion service providers to help improve the security of their facilities and the safety of their staff and patients. Governor Hochul stated: “I will continue to do everything in my power to […]

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of three bills that will strengthen the state’s commitment to clean energy development and energy efficiency while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. According to Governor Hochul, the three new bills support the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act’s goal of an 85% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 […]

Late Friday night, Governor Kathy Hochul signed New York’s concealed carry bill into law. This bill was created to draw more legal challenges from gun-rights advocates who said the state is still putting too many restrictions on who can get a gun and where they can carry it. Lawmakers who have backed this new law […]

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul signed new legislation that cracks down on potentially unfair and deceptive ticketing practices in the live event industry. The following changes are included in this bill: Bans hidden fees. Ticket sellers and resellers must clearly disclose the total cost clearly Fines increased for the use of illegal ticket purchasing software or […]

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul signed three bills honoring LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The first bill establishes the Lorena Borjas Transgender Wellness and Equity Fund, providing services and money for organizations supporting transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary community. The second bill adds a non-binary gender X to gender designations in elected positions. The final bill signed by […]

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act, a legislation that builds upon the Federal Voting Rights Act of 1965. Governor Hochul stated: “We are going to fight back against voter suppression, voter delusion, intimidation, deception, and obstruction. We are providing more language assistance. If you can’t understand the language on […]

Governor Kathy Hochul announced funding for the East Buffalo community, one month after the racially-motivated supermarket mass shooting. Hochul a Buffalo native, said the additional state and federal funding is about $3 million. It will immediately provide coverage for basic services such as food, transportation, and mental and social programs, as part of the state’s […]