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New York State Office of the Governor Press Releases

827 Press Releases
  • Published on March 28, 2021 - 08:25 GMT

    Agreement on Legislation to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie today announced an agreement on legislation (S.854-A/A.1248-A) to legalize adult-use cannabis. The bill would establish the Office of Cannabis …

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  • Published on March 27, 2021 - 18:19 GMT

    Update on New York's Progress During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today updated New Yorkers on the state's progress during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.   "New Yorkers have kept themselves and their families safe and remained vigilant throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and even as we …

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  • Published on March 27, 2021 - 18:19 GMT

    More Than 8.5 Million COVID Vaccine Doses Administered Statewide

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced more than 8.5 million total COVID vaccine doses have been administered across New York. 219,554 doses have been administered across the state's vast distribution network in the last 24 hours, and more than 1 …

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  • Published on March 27, 2021 - 06:30 GMT

    Memorial Honoring the Puerto Rican Community Unveiled

    "New York was proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with our Puerto Rican brothers and sisters when they needed our help the most, and we will never forget the victims who tragically lost their lives to Hurricane Maria," Governor Cuomo said. " …

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  • Published on March 27, 2021 - 06:30 GMT

    Expanding New York State's Language Access Policy

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the signing of an Executive Order significantly expanding New York State's language access policy, ensuring more New Yorkers will have access to important services regardless of the language they speak. …

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  • Published on March 26, 2021 - 18:18 GMT

    Anti-Hate Safety Resources

    These safety resources, created in collaboration with experts from the Center for Anti-Violence Education, teach targeted individuals how to de-escalate threatening situations and defend themselves in the event of anti-Asian violence. The flyers in 5 Asian …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 23:51 GMT

    Weather System Poses Multiple Threats Upstate into Saturday

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed state agencies to prepare emergency response assets as a weather system is forecast to impact upstate locations starting Friday with high winds in Western New York and the Finger Lakes regions, lakeshore flooding …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 23:51 GMT

    NY Exceeds 200,000 Doses Administered over 24 Hours

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that for the first time more than 200,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered over a 24-hour period in New York State. 202,123 doses have been administered across the state's vast distribution network …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 10:35 GMT

    Office of Victim Services

    You can file a claim for compensation online, either on your own or contact a victim assistance program for help. OVS provides a safety net if you have no other way to pay for costs – including but not limited to medical bills, counseling expenses, burial …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 10:35 GMT

    Free Citizen Public Health Training Program

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of a free, online Citizen Public Health Training Course for New Yorkers to learn about preparedness for and prevention of public health emergencies from top public health experts. This innovative course, …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 07:29 GMT

    More Than 8 million Vaccine Doses Administered Across New York

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced more than 8 million total COVID vaccine doses have been administered across New York. 154,705 doses have been administered across the state's vast distribution network in the last 24 hours, and more than 1 …

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  • Published on March 25, 2021 - 07:29 GMT

    Renovation of New Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany is Complete

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the renovation of the former National Biscuit Company bakery into the new home of Capital Repertory Theatre, the Capital Region's only professional producing theatre, has been completed. Located at 251 …

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  • Published on March 24, 2021 - 13:24 GMT

    $52.5 Million Available to Protect New York Farmland

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a record $52.5 million is now available through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grant program to help farmers across New York protect valuable and at-risk farmland. This is the highest level of funding being …

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  • Published on March 24, 2021 - 13:24 GMT

    Expanded Eligibility for Financial Assistance in New York

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced expanded tax credits available through NY State of Health, New York's health plan marketplace. The expansion will result in more New Yorkers being eligible for financial assistance and the further reduction in …

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  • Published on March 23, 2021 - 17:09 GMT

    Mascot Design Competition for Lake Placid World University Games

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of a competition seeking design concepts for an official mascot for the Lake Placid 2023 World University Games. The mascot will serve as a highly visible symbol of the Games, which attract a global …

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  • Published on March 23, 2021 - 01:34 GMT

    "Roll Up Your Sleeve" Campaign

    Governor Calls on Medical Providers to Volunteer to Partner with Houses of Worship to Conduct Vaccination Clinics, Bolstering State's Commitment to Ensuring Fairness and Equity in Vaccine Distribution Process Governor Reiterates Call on Religious …

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  • Published on March 22, 2021 - 21:54 GMT

    REDI Dredging Commences at Braddock Bay on Lake Ontario

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the start of dredging at Braddock Bay in Monroe County as part of the State's $15 million REDI Regional Dredging Project, which removes built-up sediment from the bottom of the waterway to allow for continued …

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  • Published on March 22, 2021 - 21:54 GMT

    Update on the Executive Budget

    Earlier today, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and State Budget Director Robert F. Mujica, Jr. updated New Yorkers on the State's Executive Budget.    AUDIO of their remarks is available here.   A rush transcript of their remarks is available below: Governor …

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  • Published on March 22, 2021 - 02:52 GMT

    More Than 7.5 Million Total COVID Vaccine Doses Administered

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced more than 7.5 million total COVID vaccine doses have been administered across New York State. 139,209 doses have been administered across New York's vast distribution network in the last 24 hours, and more than …

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  • Published on March 21, 2021 - 09:27 GMT

    Discovery of First Brazilian Variant in New York State Resident

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the discovery of the first case of a COVID-19 P.1 variant, commonly referred to as the Brazilian variant, in a New York State resident. The case was identified by scientists at Mount Sinai hospital in New York City …

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