Yesterday (August 9) Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation that aims to promote the New York State Job Bank, a free online resource available to both businesses and job seekers to[Read More…]
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Legislation Signed to Bring Housing Affordability to Seniors and Families
Yesterday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation expanding tax relief for New York homeowners 60 years of age or older. The legislation will help support homeowners as inflation, rising[Read More…]
Electric and Gas Utility Bill Credits for Low-Income Families
Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a large majority of over $550 million dollars dedicated to help low-income families pay off their electric and gas bills, which will be reflected in[Read More…]
$12 Million Dollars Announced by Hochul to Fund Family Opportunity Centers
Yesterday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul awarded grants totaling $12 million dollars through February 28th, 2026 to help fund family opportunity centers. The centers are community based or school based[Read More…]
New Drivers Now Required to Learn About Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
New legislation has been put in place last week to expand not only pedestrian safety, but also bicyclist safety as well. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the legislation which now requires[Read More…]
Smoking Now Banned in Public Parks and Beaches
You can take a breath of fresh air now at public parks and beaches in the state. Governor Kathy Hochul has enacted a smoking ban on all state-owned beaches, boardwalks,[Read More…]
Over $200 Million in Additional Food Assistance Announced For July
More assistance towards food is now available to residents who use SNAP. All SNAP households will now receive the maximum level of food benefits for the month of July after[Read More…]
Hochul Announces 6th Round of DRI Funding
It’s official; the sixth round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, but this year has an added “perk” : there will also be a new initiative called NY Forward. This new[Read More…]
State Launches COVID-19 Hotline For Those With No Healthcare Provider
For those who do not have a healthcare provider and end up testing positive for COVID-19 staying protected would be difficult. Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a new free hotline[Read More…]
New York’s “Bet” on Sports Betting a Success
Not even through half a year and the State of New York has collected over $300 million dollars in mobile sports wagering tax revenue, exceeding all expectations. The revenue coming[Read More…]
Over $250 Million in Grants Available for Water Infrastructure Projects
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has announced yesterday that $255 million dollars in state grants will now be available for critical water infrastructure projects throughout the state. The projects[Read More…]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Empower Victims of Crime
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation last week to empower those who are victims of crime. “In New York we believe strongly in protecting and uplifting all victims,”[Read More…]
