New York Governor Kathy Hochul News
New York Governor Kathy Hochul News
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Dems Cave on Delaying Special Election Start Date
It appears the plan hatched by Democrats in the State Legislature and halls of Congress to give Governor Kathy Hochul new powers to delay special elections in New York State is dead.
Shock Poll: Gov. Kathy Hochul ‘Underwater,’ says Siena College
According to the Siena College poll, Gov. Hochul has a negative “39-47%” favorability rating, and her job approval rating sits at “44-48%.” This shows little change from December’s poll.
Hochul Pushes Plan for School Cell Phone Ban
“From parents and teachers to social justice and law enforcement leaders, New Yorkers agree that our young people succeed when they’re learning and growing, not clicking and scrolling,” Governor Hochul said. “Using the insights from my statewide listening tour, this comprehensive proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools will ensure that New York’s statewide standard for distraction-free learning delivers the best results for our kids and educators.”
Hochul Unveils Free School Lunch and Breakfast Program
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a free breakfast and lunch program for more than 2.7 million students in New York.
Hochul Proposes Tripling of the Child Tax Credit
Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed tripling the Child Tax Credit for children under four years old and doubling the average tax credit for all families. Hochul released the proposal in advance of her upcoming State of the State 2025 address.
Rules For Thee, But Not For Me – Hochul Racks Up Private Plane Miles
Governor Kathy Hochul racked up a boatload of private plane miles while at the same time issuing dictates to average New Yorkers that they should not, and even cannot, use fossil fuels themselves.
Republican Senators say, ”Wait a minute” on Hochul Rebate Plan
The refund would return about $3 billion to New York taxpayers in direct payments to around 8.6 million New York taxpayers statewide in 2025. Those eligible would receive payments of $300 to single taxpayers who make up to $150,000 per year, and a payment of $500 for joint tax filers making up to $300,000 per year.
New Down-Payment Assistance for First Time Homebuyers in New York
The awards will help low—and moderate-income homeowners make their homes safe and accessible and provide down-payment assistance for first-time homebuyers.
Musk Calls for Hochul to be Recalled Over Subway Safety Posts
Musk took to the social media platform he owns, Twitter/X, and demanded that New York voters “recall” Hochul and remove her from office.
Hochul Doubles Down on New York’s Green New Deal Laws
New York plans to collect $75 billion over twenty-five years for climate change adaptation from what they say are ‘the parties most responsible for causing the climate crisis - big oil and gas companies’. The bill was carried by Democrats Senator Liz Krueger and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz.
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The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.