Hochul Delivers State of the State Address

New York Governor Kathy Hochul smiles at a podium with "2024 State of the State" text, flanked by US and NY flags.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul delivers her 2024 State of the State address, outlining her proposals for the year.

Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her State of the State Address Tuesday.

During the event, she outlined public safety initiatives to reduce domestic violence, gun violence, and retail theft as well as crackdown on illegal pot shops. She also committed to addressing the mental health crisis and strengthening the state’s healthcare system.

Other initiatives plan to increase the housing supply in New York City, improve education, promote green energy, and support agriculture.

She closed the address by welcoming New Yorkers to the future.

“If we as leaders fulfill our commitments and our promises, then this is the dawning of a new day. Welcome to our New York. Welcome to our future,” said Hochul.

All in all, she claims her proposals will make New York more affordable, more liveable, and safer.

The entire address can be viewed on the state’s website.

 

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