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Governor of New York

Kathy Hochul

Democrat · New York

57th Governor of New York, in office since 2021. Succeeded Andrew Cuomo after his resignation. First woman to serve as New York Governor. Won full term in 2022. Focus on housing, public transit, gun safety, and combating New York's population loss.

Record

Moderate progressive governor tackling New York's housing affordability crisis with ambitious supply goals. Signed NY SAFE Act extensions, major climate legislation, and transit investment. Navigated legislative battles over criminal justice and bail reform.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

  • NY S.1396-B — DOCCS Prison Reform Omnibus (Signed into law, Dec 19, 2025)
  • NY FY26 Budget — FY 2026 Enacted Budget — Mental Health, Discovery Reform, and Public Safety (Signed into law, May 9, 2025)

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