Wed, Jan 3rd 2024 10:20 am
The New York State Department of Labor is reminding New Yorkers that unemployment tax forms will be automatically mailed to those who claimed benefits in 2023. The 1099-G provides the total amount of money a customer received in benefits during the year, as well as any adjustments or tax withholding made to those benefits.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state's annual commemoration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be presented as a statewide broadcast event, "New York State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.," airing on PBS stations throughout New York beginning MLK weekend.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 12:15 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.10, down 3 cents from last Tuesday. One year ago, the price was $3.22. The New York state average is $3.35, down 3 cents from one week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.40.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 12:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed two pieces of legislation aimed at lowering the price of prescription drugs and making the administration of pharmaceutical drugs safer.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 11:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation to protect wildlife in New York.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 11:55 am
Last week, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the finalization of the 2023-2032 New York State Solid Waste Management Plan, "a milestone in the state's ongoing efforts to ensure New York is at the forefront of rethinking waste."
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 11:55 am
The New York State Department of Labor is reminding New Yorkers that the phased-in, gradual reduction in the overtime pay threshold for farmworkers began Jan. 1, with the threshold set at 56 hours per week. The process will continue with the overtime threshold limit reducing by four hours every other year until reaching 40 hours per week in 2032.
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Tue, Jan 2nd 2024 09:50 am
New York National Guard soldiers and airmen projected providing military funeral honors for the families of 9,000 veterans by the end of 2023.
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Fri, Dec 29th 2023 02:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced enhanced security measures being taken this weekend by state agencies ahead of New Year's Eve.
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Wed, Dec 27th 2023 07:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul encourages New Yorkers to spend time in the outdoors this holiday season and celebrate the new year at state parks, historic sites, wildlife areas, canal trails and public lands across the Empire State on Jan. 1, 2024. The 13th annual "First Day Hikes" program is offering varied hike options for people at more than 80 locations across the state to enjoy.
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Tue, Dec 26th 2023 10:55 am
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips", the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) reminds shoppers of New York state laws that protect consumers so they can make informed decisions about holiday returns. To avoid surprises, DCP recommends that consumers carefully review and understand what to look for when reviewing return and refund policies.
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Sat, Dec 23rd 2023 03:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday signed legislation to "expand access to the ballot box and make it easier for New Yorkers to vote in local elections that impact their lives," her team said.
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Thu, Dec 21st 2023 07:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation S.6088/A.4023-A to protect low-income New Yorkers from fraud by requiring stores accepting electronic benefit transfer cards to warn of skimming.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2023 03:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a year-long celebratory challenge that all New York state residents and visitors can participate in to explore state parks, learn about New York history, and give back to New York State Parks for the next generation of adventurers.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2023 03:10 pm
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and the New York State Canal Corp. announced a program of the "Reimagine the Canals" initiative has been internationally recognized with a LIT Lighting Design Award for the illumination of infrastructure along the New York State Canal System.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2023 03:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation S.5112/A.6115, also known as the Lead Pipe Right to Know Act, to "protect New Yorkers from the extraordinary public health risk posed by lead pipes," her team said.
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Tue, Dec 19th 2023 06:35 pm
On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul stated, "I am devastated by the news of the passing of Town of East Fishkill Police officer Daniel P. DiDato, a 22-year law enforcement veteran who died in the line of duty on Dec. 18 after a motor vehicle accident."
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Tue, Dec 19th 2023 03:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $25 million in capital grants is available to help volunteer fire departments across the state upgrade their facilities and equipment. In total, $25 million was secured in the fiscal year 2023-24 state budget for this initiative, along with $10 million to offset the costs of training courses volunteer firefighters are required to complete.
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Tue, Dec 19th 2023 11:55 am
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York State Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) reminds New Yorkers of their consumer rights and scam prevention tips related to gift cards and gift certificates, so they avoid losing money this holiday season.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2023 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday joined elected and community leaders to officially open the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Welcome Center at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2023 03:55 pm
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets' division of food safety and inspection announced it has updated its food product recall book to provide New York retail food stores, food manufacturers and food businesses with "an easy-to-follow protocol to use should they need to initiate a product recall at their facility."
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Mon, Dec 18th 2023 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the Thruway Authority received an award of a $1.2 million federal grant as part of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Law - Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2023 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Public Employees Federation President Wayne Spence, and Civil Service Employees Association President Mary Sullivan announced an agreement to award nearly $3 million in backpay to more than 2,100 New York state employees who worked overtime during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2023 11:20 am
In recognition of International Migrants Day on Dec. 18, the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) and the New York State Department of State's Office for New Americans (ONA) are celebrating their partnership on "a unique initiative assisting new Americans with developmental disabilities (DD) and their families to connect with vital resources, information and services."
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Fri, Dec 15th 2023 01:50 pm
During the final week of session for 2023, Congressman Brian Higgins stood on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize how one Western New Yorker's effort will improve communities across the nation for the next 15 years.
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Wed, Dec 13th 2023 05:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to prevent equine cruelty to recognize National Day of the Horse. Legislation S.2163B/A.5109A prohibits the slaughter of horses for human or animal consumption. Legislation S.1677A/A.3552A increases fines for selling disabled Equidae.
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Wed, Dec 13th 2023 05:45 pm
Gov. Hochul has signed legislation to protect New York consumers from medicine price-gouging and ongoing financial consequences related to medical debt. Additionally, the governor signed bills to curb predatory subscription services, and confusion over the price of many goods and services.
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Wed, Dec 13th 2023 05:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Police will participate in the national enforcement initiative to crack down on impaired driving this holiday season. "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" runs from Wednesday, Dec. 13, through Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
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Tue, Dec 12th 2023 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $479 million in grants for critical water infrastructure projects, including the first funding awarded through the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, which was passed by voters after Hochul pushed to increase the total amount by $1 billion upon taking office.
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Tue, Dec 12th 2023 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on Dec. 14, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of fallen New York State Police Trooper Robert M. Burney.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on Dec. 12, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of fallen Technical Sgt. Christopher P. Rock.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 11:15 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.15, down 9 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.28. The New York state average is $3.48, down 5 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.61.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 10:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation S.6238A/A.5791A to "clearly define the term 'mass shooting' to assist emergency response measures and ensure communities have access to the emergency funding and resources needed in the aftermath of a mass shooting."
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new state law will take effect that protects credit card holders from losing earned credit card rewards. Starting Sunday, Dec. 10, credit card companies must take additional steps to protect consumers from losing accrued points when rewards programs are modified or terminated.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced landmarks would be lit blue Friday night to commemorate International Human Rights Day, which is observed every year on Dec. 10 in honor of the United Nations General Assembly's adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:00 pm
As Erie County clerk, responsible for overseeing auto bureau operations, it is time to remind everyone this holiday season to not drink and drive or ride with anyone who is under the influence. If you have had too much to drink, for everyone's sake, please do not get behind the wheel of your car.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the creation of New York's State Weather Risk Communication Center at the University at Albany, a first-of-its kind operational collaboration between university researchers and state emergency managers.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 03:55 pm
As construction throughout much of New York state begins to wind down with winter weather setting in, Gov. Kathy Hochul highlighted the year-end results of several initiatives designed to keep highway workers and motorists safe throughout the state.
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Wed, Dec 6th 2023 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed state agencies to fast-track the process for film and television productions, allowing these industries to quickly resume work now that both SAG-AFTRA and the WGA have ended strikes and ratified contracts.
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Tue, Dec 5th 2023 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $4.6 million in state funding for programs to expand access and eliminate disparities in health care while helping to increase diversity among the physician workforce throughout New York, representing a $1.2 million increase over the previous year's allocation.
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