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Kathy Hochul

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Kathy Hochul is the 57th Governor of New York, having assumed office on August 24, 2021. She is the first female governor of the state. Prior to her governorship, Hochul served as the Lieutenant Governor of New York from January 1, 2015, until she became governor. Throughout her political career, she has focused on issues such as economic development, women's rights, and public safety.

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Jun 2, 2026

The solicitations announced today will help ensure New York is poised to lead the nation in new nuclear development.

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Jun 2, 2026

As the birthplace of the LGBTQ+ rights movement, New York has long been at the forefront of advancing equality.

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Jun 2, 2026

During Pride Month, we celebrate New York’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community and acknowledge the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers.

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Jun 2, 2026

I was aware of all the bullying that was going on in schools, much of it online — 60 percent of the responses said that bullying itself was down.

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Jun 2, 2026

But today I'm releasing new results from a study we did around the state… Over 600 teachers and school administrators said 80 reported that the students are behaving better in a more engaged way.

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Jun 2, 2026

This month and every month, we proudly stand with the LGBTQ+ community and remain committed to building a more inclusive and equitable future for all where everyone can live freely with dignity, safety, and respect.

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Jun 1, 2026

Today we march in defiance and also to stand up for the values that define New York State since its very beginning. We will always be that bastion, that beacon of hope for others to be able to live the way they want to live, and practice…

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Jun 1, 2026

There is no reason why ICE agents need to have a mask on. Other federal agents do not.

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Jun 1, 2026

I was proud to stand with our leaders from JCRC and UJA and other organizations to literally sign the ‘Buffer Bill’ — the first ever in the State of New York that says when you go to worship with your families, you should not have to…

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Jun 1, 2026

You know, if he's going to stand there and defend the policies of ICE and Donald Trump, then I think that's a losing formula for this next election.

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Jun 1, 2026

It shows our sensitivity and desire to do something about it, instead of just talking about it or making things worse the way they are in Washington.

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Jun 1, 2026

We will not be allowing civil immigration to occur with ICE agents in sensitive locations unless you have a court order or warrant for arrest.

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