“Meeting the full breadth of New Yorkers’ needs requires consistent investments into comprehensive solutions from our city and state leaders. Governor Hochul’s State of the State address presented important proposals that can support working families, expand access to affordable homeownership, and advance educational opportunities for New Yorkers. I’m encouraged by the Governor’s commitment to providing free school meals, working towards universal child care, and making community college free for working-age students entering high-demand fields. To truly confront New York’s generational affordability crisis, we must continue to build on our holistic approach that advances housing solutions, affordable childcare, and opportunity for everyone who calls our city home. New York City requires strong support from the state, and I look forward to our continued partnership with Governor Hochul, Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, Speaker Heastie, and all our state partners to meet our shared goals for New York.”

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