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Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a plan called “Excelsior Power” that would offer a $25 monthly bill credit to customers who replace older thermostats with smart thermostats and allow utilities to adjust those thermostats during times when the electric grid is most stressed. The report says the state is pursuing more flexible grid management as energy […]
New York State has invested over $7 billion in childcare and education over the past four years, with recent funding focused on universal school meals, childcare access, and youth development. Dr. Damia Harris-Madden, Commissioner of the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, visited Rochester to highlight these investments, emphasizing the importance of economic and […]
New York’s new state budget includes the creation of a formal Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP), centralizing efforts to reduce shootings and support victims. With $327 million allocated to gun-related initiatives, OGVP will coordinate with law enforcement and hospitals, manage grants, and launch public education campaigns. The move comes amid federal rollbacks of similar […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that over 8 million New Yorkers will receive inflation refund checks of up to $400 per family following a newly approved $254 billion state budget. Originally proposed in December, the rebates are funded by higher-than-expected sales tax revenue. While the timing remains uncertain, the payout is intended to alleviate financial pressure […]
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