New York State

News From Governor Hochul Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul on the Passage of The America COMPETES Act Governor Hochul Announces Acceptance of Puerto Rico’s COVID-19 Vacu ID Pass Through the Excelsior Pass Platform for Business Entry in New York State Represents Compatibility Between the State’s Excelsior Pass Scanner Application and Puerto Rico’s VACU ID Pass and Excelsior […]

Senators James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) and Mike Martucci (R,C-Hudson Valley/Catskills) gathered municipal, non-profit, and community leaders together for a virtual budget forum on February 4 to assess local funding needs ahead of statewide budget negotiations. The two legislators heard testimony from advocates in the disability/homecare space, union leaders, library directors, local business owners, educators, transportation […]

Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) announced that his bill to establish an agency to function as an advocate for the rights of people with disabilities across the state has been signed into law. The legislation, S1836, levels the playing field for millions of New Yorkers, ensuring they receive the services and support they need to exercise […]

Topic: Proposed Transportation Improvement Program Amendments Period:        February 2, 2022 through February 11, 2022 The New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (NYMTC) announces a public comment period for proposed amendments to the Federal Fiscal Years 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The comment period begins onWednesday February 2, 2022 and ends on Friday February 11, 2022. Comments are due in writing BY […]

Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) recently honored PFC George Wargo, Sr.–a lifelong Haverstraw resident, US Army veteran, and dedicated community servant–as he was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame.  The Hall of Fame program was created to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from the Empire State who have distinguished themselves in […]

News From Governor Hochul Governor Hochul Announces $70 Million in Federal Funding to Address Child Care Deserts Funding Will Support New Child Care Programs in Areas Without Sufficient Child Care Slots Applications Open Mid-April 2022 Applicants must complete the OCFS online orientation before applying for the grant. Visit the OCFS website for more information. Info session with OCFS on […]