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Increased crackdown on speeding and aggressive driving by state police
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the New York State Police will conduct a week-long enforcement initiative targeting speeding and aggressive drivers across...
Cuomo signs legislation adding New York State to the national popular vote compact
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation that adds New York to the list of states that have joined National Popular Vote compact. Under...
State secures nearly $4 billion over past year through aggressive efforts to crackdown on tax evasion
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the State Department of Taxation and Finance's wide array of tax enforcement programs collected $3.9 billion in...
Senator Ken Lavalle announces estate tax relief for Long Islanders
Estate taxes will be reduced under the new State Budget, according to Senator Ken LaValle. The estate tax threshold will be increased in annual...
‘Fluke Fairness Act’ will be included in next major federal fisheries bill
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced his "Fluke Fairness Act," will be included in a major bipartisan proposal to reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery...
Cuomo advises New Yorkers to be cautious of ticks as warmer weather arrives
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today alerted New Yorkers to take precautions to prevent diseases that are transmitted by ticks as springtime weather arrives throughout...
Governor Cuomo announces “Operation Hang Up” to stop distracted driving
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that State Police and local law enforcement are stepping up patrols and checkpoints throughout the state from April...
Employment opportunities available in summer recreation
Applications are now being accepted through mid-May for numerous seasonal employment opportunities with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The hiring...
State budget assists agriculture and family farming
Senator Ken LaValle revealed that there is good news for agriculture and family farming in the NY State Budget. Senator LaValle said, “I am...
Cuomo announces red license plates for emergency response vehicles
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the Department of Motor Vehicles will begin issuing the first New York State emergency management red license...
