Governor Kathy Hochul

Special enforcement campaign to run Feb. 3-9

The governor unveiled several proposals designed to help families struggling to afford the basics of every day life.

The Democratic governor and GOP House Speaker are traveling the state and pouring money into advertising.

New laws signed by Governor Kathy Hochul focus on worker safety, wage transparency, and civil service reforms to improve working conditions across New York State.

Hochul says residents should take precautions to keep cool and safe, especially those working outside or inside without air-conditioning.

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new law banning small toiletry bottles from hotels with 50 or more rooms starting January 1st, 2025.

A New York State law that went into effect Wednesday requires employers to give paid breaks up to 30 minutes-a-day for mothers to express breast milk.

Hochul signed a standing order Tuesday that will allow all pharmacies in New York to dispense birth control medications to anyone who wants one.

Legislators are beginning what they hope is the final stretch to agreeing on a state spending plan before the budget is due at the end of the month. Lawmakers and Governor Kathy Hochul have a lot of decisions to make, including whether to raise taxes and how much money to give schools.

Hochul, as part of a $45 million plan to combat retail theft, wants to raise criminal penalties for anyone who assaults a store employee.