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Consumer alert: NYS DCP reminds domestic violence survivors & advocates of consumer protections available in New York
Tue, Oct 10th 2023 01:10 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection and address confidentiality program is reminding domestic violence survivors, victims and advocates of consumer protections available in the New York marketplace.
Hochul announces application fee waivers across NYS public & private colleges this October
Thu, Oct 5th 2023 07:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the State University of New York, the City University of New York, and 40 private colleges and universities in New York state will have free application opportunities for high school seniors throughout the month of October. This is the first time that SUNY, CUNY and New York's private institutions will join together to waive application fees for students applying during New York State College Application Month.
Hochul, leaders from Syracuse & Buffalo announce progress on coordinated public safety efforts
Thu, Oct 5th 2023 07:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul this week convened state officials, local elected leaders, law enforcement and community stakeholders from Syracuse and Buffalo for a virtual public safety briefing to discuss progress on coordinated public safety efforts. Hochul highlighted the administration's funding and policies implemented to combat gun violence, violent crime and car thefts in Syracuse and Buffalo.
Hochul celebrates first month of expanded eligibility for child care assistance
Wed, Oct 4th 2023 06:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced "significant progress" made in expanding access to affordable child care for New York's families, through raising the child care eligibility limit to the federal maximum, as well as capping child care costs and increasing allowable absences for families in the Child Care Assistance Program.
NYS: 18,000 jobs available to asylum-seekers, migrants as part of statewide initiative to move individuals out of shelter and into independent living
Mon, Oct 2nd 2023 01:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the State has identified more than 18,000 job openings with nearly 400 employers who are willing to hire migrants and asylum seekers who have attained legal work status in the U.S.
Hochul signs 'Move Over' legislation into law
Mon, Oct 2nd 2023 01:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed "Move Over" legislation into law, thereby expanding New York's "Slow Down/Move Over" requirement. The expansion includes disabled vehicles that are parked on the shoulder of a controlled access highway or parkway, requiring drivers to exercise caution when approaching a disabled vehicle.
Attorney general provides tips to borrowers as federal student loan payments resume
Mon, Oct 2nd 2023 01:30 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James provided tips to New York borrowers on how to manage their federal student loans as payments resume. Federal student loan interest accrual resumed in September and payments will be due this month. James also urged New Yorkers to be cautious of scammers posing as student loan servicers who can take advantage of borrowers.
October is Car Care Month at AAA: Drivers urged to perform car maintenance before winter hits
Mon, Oct 2nd 2023 11:00 am
October is Car Care Month at AAA Western and Central New York!
Hochul issues proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Mon, Oct 2nd 2023 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in New York, issuing a proclamation and directing that all State landmarks be illuminated in purple on "Purple Thursday," Oct. 19, in honor of those impacted by domestic violence.
PSC warns consumers of scammers pretending to be from state agency
Thu, Sep 28th 2023 09:45 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission is alerting consumers of phone calls in which scammers pretend to represent the PSC and request money over the phone.
Starting this October, a sign to quit smoking
Thu, Sep 28th 2023 09:10 pm
For New York state residents who use commercial tobacco products and need a sign to quit, tobacco retail stores will soon offer just that - literally. Under a federal court order beginning Oct. 1, and continuing through June 30, 2025, approximately 200,000 tobacco retail stores throughout the nation must post signs with "corrective statements" near point-of-sale commercial tobacco products.
New York State Canal Corp.: Award-winning fall fishing program returns for 4th season
Thu, Sep 28th 2023 09:10 pm
The New York State Canal Corp. announced the kick-off of the 2023 fall fishing program - an award-winning, annual program it said enhances fishing opportunities while boosting tourism and bolstering the local economy.
Empire State Development releases 5-year action plan for New York's BEAD funding
Thu, Sep 28th 2023 09:10 pm
Empire State Development's (ESD) ConnectALL Office released its five-year action plan, which was approved by the U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and lays out a broad framework for the implementation of New York's allocation of $664 million from the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.
DEC, DOH announce free technical assistance to protect drinking water sources
Tue, Sep 26th 2023 05:00 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald announced the availability of free technical assistance for municipalities to protect public drinking water supplies through the Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2).
Hochul: Expanded child care fee assistance for military families
Tue, Sep 26th 2023 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than 48,000 New York state military families will now be able to receive child care fee assistance that covers 15,000 state-licensed child care providers.
NYA agriculture commissioner: $700,000 to support farmers markets
Tue, Sep 26th 2023 01:40 pm
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced $700,000 is available to New York's farmers markets through the second round of the Farmers' Market Resiliency Grant program.
Consumer alert: NYS DCP releases guidance for consumers purchasing newly approved over-the-counter hearing aids
Tue, Sep 26th 2023 01:40 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection and Division of Licensing Services have released guidance to help consumers navigate the process of purchasing hearing aids.
Higgins: Nearly $180,000 for Western New York Council on Occupational Safety & Health
Tue, Sep 26th 2023 01:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the Western New York Council on Occupational Safety and Health (WNYCOSH) was awarded a federal grant totaling $179,912. The award was provided through the U.S. Department of Labor's Susan Harwood Training Grant program dedicated to making workers aware of their rights and supporting efforts to recognize and prevent workplace safety and health hazards.
'Free Fishing Day' on Sept. 23
Fri, Sep 22nd 2023 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged New Yorkers to take advantage of the year's fifth "Free Fishing Day," on Saturday, Sept. 23, when New York state waives the requirement for a freshwater fishing license. Her team said, "Fishing is considered one of the most therapeutic outdoor activities, making it an ideal activity for all New Yorkers looking to get outside and enjoy the outdoors."
More than $6 million awarded to conserve over 2,000 acres of New York farmland
Fri, Sep 22nd 2023 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul, during Climate Week, announced more than $6 million is being awarded to strengthen New York's agricultural industry through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grants program.
Consumer alert: As pause on federal student loans ends, NYS DCP offers tips for borrowers to avoid scams
Wed, Sep 20th 2023 11:40 am
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help federal student loan borrowers avoid scams. As federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments this coming October after a three-and-a-half-year-long pause, this may cause confusion about the repayment process and make borrowers vulnerable to potential scams.
AAA, Chicco USA stress importance of car seat & passenger restraint during Baby Safety Month
Tue, Sep 19th 2023 12:45 pm
New analysis from AAA, which examined five years of crash data from the U.S. Department of Transportation, points to the lack of proper child restraint use among children injured or killed in car crashes.
NYS announces start of construction on 65-unit affordable senior housing development in Buffalo
Tue, Sep 19th 2023 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction on Mt. Olive Senior Manor, which will create 65 affordable apartments for adults aged 55 and older, including 20 apartments with supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The $27 million development builds upon the state's $50 million investment in the east Buffalo community.
Hochul signs public health legislation to crack down on tobacco sales
Tue, Sep 19th 2023 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed public health legislation (A1025/S50) to crack down on tobacco sales in New York. Her team said, "This legislation will make tobacco products less accessible by prohibiting the sale of these products at vending stands and in vending machines in New York state buildings."
Free car seat checks available during Child Passenger Safety Week 
Sat, Sep 16th 2023 09:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced free child car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians will be available across the state during Child Passenger Safety Week, which starts Sunday, Sept. 17, and concludes with National Seat Check Saturday on Sept. 23. The events are part of a yearlong safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies work together with various community safety partners to offer free fittings.
Hochul signs legislation to crack down on telemarketers
Thu, Sep 14th 2023 10:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation (A4456/S4617) to "crack down on telemarketers and safeguard New Yorkers from continuous, unwanted calls," her team said. "This legislation will help curb calls by nearly doubling the fine for telemarketers violating the Do Not Call Registry."
Department of Labor releases survey findings on state of work in New York
Thu, Sep 14th 2023 10:55 am
The New York State Department of Labor released the results of its 2023 Workforce Development Survey, and workers continue to say that flexibility in their job is the No. 1 priority, while attracting new employees and retaining current workers remain the top challenges for businesses.
SUNY raises $113 million from first sustainability bond issuance to fund green, social projects
Wed, Sep 13th 2023 09:45 pm
State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor John B. King, Jr. and Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) President and CEO Reuben R. McDaniel announced DASNY's first-ever issuance of sustainability bonds on behalf of SUNY to support its residence hall program. DASNY issued approximately $113 million SUNY dormitory facilities revenue bonds with a sustainability designation.
Draft Environmental Assessment for Kensington Expressway project available for public review
Tue, Sep 12th 2023 04:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the draft design report/environmental assessment for the Kensington Expressway project is now available for public review and comment.
Attorney General James secures agreement with insulin maker Novo Nordisk to cap insulin prices for uninsured New Yorkers
Mon, Sep 11th 2023 05:35 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Friday secured an agreement with one of the nation's largest insulin manufacturers, Novo Nordisk Inc. (Novo Nordisk), to cap the price of insulin at $35 per monthly prescription for uninsured New Yorkers for five years. The agreement also requires Novo Nordisk to implement a program with pharmacies to let uninsured patients know before they pay that they are eligible for the insulin cap.
Hochul signs legislation to declare Lunar New Year a school holiday
Mon, Sep 11th 2023 01:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation to declare Asian Lunar New Year a public school holiday across New York. Legislation (A.7768/S.7573) would ensure schools are not in session on Lunar New Year.
Hochul directs flags to half-staff in observation of 22nd anniversary of 9/11
Mon, Sep 11th 2023 01:30 pm
Gov. Hochul announced flags on state government buildings will be flown at half-staff Monday, Sept. 11, in remembrance of those who lost their lives on this day 22 years ago. The governor also announced that 15 state landmarks and bridges will be illuminated blue in recognition of the 22nd anniversary.
NYS: $7.7 million to support addiction workforce development through new fellowship program
Mon, Sep 11th 2023 01:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced more than $7.7 million in funding will be distributed through the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports to support a new workforce development and fellowship program at four medical schools across New York.
Empire State Development announces start of fall foliage and travel season
Wed, Sep 6th 2023 05:15 pm
Empire State Development announced the start of New York's fall foliage and travel season.
As academic year begins, Hochul makes COVID-19 tests & masks available to schools to keep students safe
Tue, Sep 5th 2023 05:45 pm
As students return to school this week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state is making COVID-19 rapid test kits and masks available to school districts and boards of cooperative educational services by request. This comes amid reports of the new BA.2.86 variant and following a rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations this summer.
Hochul highlights availability of Narcan at pharmacies as FDA expands access nationwide
Tue, Sep 5th 2023 05:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul highlighted the availability of naloxone, known widely by the commercial brand name Narcan - a medication that can reverse the effects of a drug overdose from heroin, fentanyl and prescription opioids - at New York state pharmacies.
Consumer alert: NYS DCP offers tips for keeping babies safe
Tue, Sep 5th 2023 02:50 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing baby-proof safety measures and tips to help prevent some of the biggest dangers for babies.
Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins: Nearly $4M in funding toward Buffalo United Resiliency Center to provide mental health resources, support to victims & those impacted by shooting
Fri, Sep 1st 2023 02:40 pm
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Brian Higgins today announced $3,889,303 in federal funding toward the Buffalo United Resiliency Center, through the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs' Office for Victims of Crime (OVC).
State Police & local law enforcement to crack down on impaired, reckless driving over Labor Day weekend
Fri, Sep 1st 2023 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Labor Day weekend in order to crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Labor Day weekend. The enforcement period begins Friday, Sept. 1, and runs through Monday, Sept. 4.
 

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