New York school cellphone ban one step closer to reality. Here's what Gov. Kathy Hochul is proposing.
Hochul proposes statewide smartphone restrictions in New York schools
New York governor proposes banning cellphones in schools starting next fall
Gov. Hochul Says New York Teachers Can't Compete With Cellphones
Starting next fall, students across New York state may be required to relinquish their cellphones during school hours under a proposal announced by Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday. This plan, which requires legislative approval,
NY’s Kathy Hochul pitches $252B budget plan stuffed with handouts — and she’s already blaming Trump if anything goes wrong
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled her $252 billion budget proposal stuffed with handouts on Tuesday — but she’s already blaming the Trump’s administration if there are issues propping
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Criticism mounts over Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $252 billion executive budget proposal
New York lawmakers are voicing concern over Governor Kathy Hochul’s record-breaking $252 billion executive budget, with critics calling it unsustainable and dismissive of the state’s long-term affordability issues.
New York City’s Migrant Crisis Won’t Get New Funding From Hochul
New York Governor Kathy Hochul won’t provide any new funding to New York City to help manage its migrant crisis, marking a significant shift after tens of thousands of asylum seekers strained the city’s budget requiring state help.
Highlights of Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive budget proposal
Hochul's fiscal year 2026 budget proposal includes $8 million to bolster security at the northern border and "power-ready" sites to attract new businesses.
Gov. Kathy Hochul focuses on New York's affordability, subway safety during State of the State address
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul laid out an ambitious agenda for 2025 during her State of the State address at the Hart Theater in Albany on Tuesday.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul deploys more cops to subway system after high-profile crimes
New York City Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she is deploying more police officers to the New York City subway system.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul full interview | The Point with Marcia Kramer
Kathy Hochul, the 57th governor of the state of New York, says she's determined to win reelection. Watch her full appearance on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
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New York to ban overdraft fees on charges of $20 or less
The New York Department of Financial Services has proposed several changes to overdraft fees including banning banks from charging more than three overdraft or nonsufficient funds fees per consumer per day.
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Breaking Down Governor Hochul’s $5 Billion Tax Cuts For New York Families
On January 21, 2025, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced some highlights of the 2026 Fiscal Year Executive Budget. The budget will include over $5 billion in tax cuts, credits, and refunds to New York families, along with major education and healthcare investments. In addition, the Empire State will be keeping $21 billion in reserves.
Albany’s Climate Change Superfund Act chills upstate New York's economy | Opinion
The Climate Change Superfund Act is further proof that New York is becoming ever more hostile toward businesses.