New York State Invests $55 Million To Take Down Car Thieves
Responding to an alarming rise in car thefts throughout all of New York, Governor Kathy Hochul introduced a comprehensive plan aimed at fighting back.
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New York To Launch Enhanced Gun and Ammo Background Checks
Beginning on September 13, New York state will implement new enhanced background checks for guns and ammo. This is what you need to know about the changes.
NYS Governor Hochul Launches New Overdose Prevention Task Force
Turning the tide on illegal substance use requires full coordination across our agencies.
New York Governor Makes Big Move To Protect LGBTQ+ Rights
On June 25, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a series of bills to protect and affirm the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.
New York Could Get New Tools to Crack Down on Illegal Pot Shops
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed new legislation that would give the state new tools to crack down on illegal marijuana shops.
‘Bottle Bill’ Proposes Doubling Consumer Deposit Fee in New York
If a proposed bill becomes law, New York would expand the type of containers accepted as returnables and double the consumer deposit fee.
New York Launches Online Tool for Child Care Access
New York is looking to make it easier for residents to seek child care options by launching new online tools to help parents find affordable child care.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Unveils Gender Wage Gap Report
In recognition of Equal Pay Day, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a new report from the Department of Labor on the state's gender wage gap.
New York is Creating a New Child Labor Task Force
In response to a rise in child labor violations in New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new Child Labor Task Force.
Advocates Seek New York State Funding for Immigrant Communities
Activists in New York State are pushing for Governor Kathy Hochul to include funding for immigrant and low-income communities in the state's fiscal budget.