This Week in the New York State Government: May 19, 2023

Governor Hochul

• Governor Hochul Announces Launch of 43North’s Ninth Startup Competition
• Governor Hochul Announces $82 Million in Funding Opportunities to Enhance New York State Arts and Culture
• Governor Hochul Announces $8 Million Now Available for New Climate Smart Community Projects
• Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Strengthen Health Care Workforce
• Governor Hochul Announces $55 Million Available to Enhance Public Safety and Emergency Communications Systems

Attorney General Letitia James

• Attorney General James Secures $4.3 Million from Cryptocurrency Company for Defrauding Investors
• Attorney General James Co-Leads Bipartisan Coalition of 39 AGs to Protect Communities from the Dangers of Illicit Xylazine
• Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Lopamudra Desai
• Attorney General James Leads Multistate Coalition in Advocating for Antidiscrimination Protections for Transgender Athletes

Comptroller DiNapoli

• DiNapoli Releases Analysis of 2023-24 Enacted State Budget
• DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grow by 1.5% in April Compared to Last Year