Governor of new york

The current Governor of New York is Kathy Hochul, who has been in office since August 24, 2021. She is the 57th Governor of New York and the first woman to hold the office.

Prior to becoming Governor, Hochul served as the Lieutenant Governor of New York from 2015 to 2021, under Governor Andrew Cuomo. She was also a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 27th congressional district from 2011 to 2013.

Hochul was born on August 27, 1958, in Buffalo, New York. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Buffalo Law School.

As Governor, Hochul has focused on issues such as:

  1. COVID-19 response: Hochul has been instrumental in New York's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including implementing measures to slow the spread of the virus and supporting small businesses and communities affected by the pandemic.
  2. Education: Hochul has prioritized education, including increasing funding for public schools and implementing reforms to improve student outcomes.
  3. Healthcare: Hochul has worked to improve access to healthcare, including expanding Medicaid and implementing measures to reduce healthcare costs.
  4. Environmental issues: Hochul has been a strong advocate for environmental issues, including climate change, clean energy, and protecting New York's natural resources.
  5. Economic development: Hochul has worked to promote economic development in New York, including investing in infrastructure, supporting small businesses, and attracting new industries to the state.

Some notable accomplishments during Hochul's tenure as Governor include:

  1. Signing the Reproductive Health Act, which legalized abortion in New York and protected a woman's right to choose.
  2. Implementing the New York State Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which sets a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050.
  3. Signing the New York State Budget, which included a number of progressive policies, including a increase in the minimum wage and a expansion of Medicaid.
  4. Launching the "Families Belong Together" initiative, which aimed to support and empower immigrant families and communities.

Overall, Governor Hochul has been a strong advocate for progressive policies and has worked to address the needs of New Yorkers across the state.