ORANGETOWN, NY — Febrary 28, 2021 — Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick has released the following statement yesterday: “In light of the deeply troubling recent accounts from Lindsay Boylan and now from Charlotte Bennett, I support an independent investigation into allegations of sexual harassment by the governor. Accusations of sexual harassment and assault must be taken seriously, and thoroughly investigated, so that the …
NYS Senator Alessandra Biaggi Issues Statement Regarding Multiple Assertions Of Sexual Harassment Against Governor Cuomo
THE BRONX, NY — February 28, 2021 — “The assertions against Governor Andrew M. Cuomo by Charlotte Bennett detail behavior that is unacceptable. I am especially horrified by the comments the Governor made to Charlotte about her experience with sexual assault –– comments he did not deny making. They are the epitome of a hostile work environment. “I commend the …
Assemblyman Sayegh Calls on Governor Andrew Cuomo to Lift Moratorium on Venues for Super Bowl Sunday
The Big Game Won’t Be Over Until 10:30 pm YONKERS, NY — January 28, 2021 — Yonkers State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh is calling on New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to extend Super Bowl Sunday restaurant and all applicable venues, that is bars and lounges etc., closings from 10 pm until midnight. By Executive Order, New York’s COVID-19 restrictions require restaurants …
NYS Coronavirus Update: Community Vaccination Kits Deployed to NYCHA — Record High Number of Tests
By NYS Gov. ANDREW M. CUOMO
Albany, NY — January 16, 2021 — “We want to get shots in arms as fast as possible,” Governor Andrew M. Cuomo said yesterday, “but our biggest constraint at the moment is the limited vaccine supply from the federal government. We have our distribution network up and running and are working to expand it every day—but we can only vaccinate …
By NYS Gov. ANDREW M. CUOMO
Remarks Prepared: Governor Cuomo Outlines 2021 Agenda: Reimagine | Rebuild | Renew
ALBANY, NY — January 11, 2021 — In 11th State of the State Address, Governor Advances Bold Agenda to Defeat COVID-19, Begin Jumpstarting New York’s Economic Resurgence, and Create a Safer, More Just State Governor Cuomo: “There are moments in life that can change a person fundamentally – sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. Likewise, there are episodes …
Statement From Governor Andrew M. Cuomo On the Failed Coup Attempt in Washington, D.C.
ALBANY, NY pp January 6, 2020 — “The cornerstone of our democracy is the peaceful transfer of power. We must call this what it actually is: a failed attempt at a coup. This is the final chapter of an incompetent, cruel, and divisive administration that has trampled on the Constitution and the rule of law at every turn, and we won’t …
Governor Cuomo Updates New Yorkers on State’s Progress During COVID-19 Pandemic
7,814 Patient Hospitalizations Statewide 1,321 Patients in the ICU; 786 Intubated Statewide Positivity Rate is 7.45% 128 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Yesterday ALBANY, NY — January 2, 2021 — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today updated New Yorkers on the state’s progress during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “With 2020 now behind us, we can see brighter days ahead, …
Governor Andrew Cuomo Highlights How Sports Betting Could Bridge Budget Deficit
ALBANY, NY — December 22, 2020 — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has highlighted sports betting as a potential revenue generator to help New York raise new revenue as the state faces a shortfall of funds for its budget. New York State is more than $50bn in debt between state and local governments. It is facing a $15bn budget deficit …
NYS Coronavirus Update: NY Vaccine Task Force Approval — Updated Micro Cluster Metrics — Indoor Dining in NYC Is Closed
ALBANY, NY — December 12, 2020 — Late Friday night, December 11th, New York’s independent COVID-19 Clinical Advisory Task Force unanimously approved the FDA vaccine panel’s decision to recommend the Pfizer vaccine. The Task Force, which is chaired by Nobel laureate Dr. Charles Rice, was able to review data on the vaccine concurrently with the FDA, allowing for a thorough …
Statement From Governor Andrew M. Cuomo of Hanukkah
ALBANY, NY — December 10, 2020 — “Tonight marks the first night of the Hanukkah and as our brothers and sisters in the Jewish community light the menorah, let us reflect on their enduring resilience in the face of hardship. Now more than ever, their examples of perseverance and spirit serve as models for the rest of us to follow …