NYSDOT Recent Press Releases,Governor Hochul Announces Start of $26.3 Million Project to Improve Resiliency Along U.S. Route 9W in Orange County

Governor Hochul Announces Start of $26.3 Million Project to Improve Resiliency Along U.S. Route 9W in Orange County Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on a $26.3 million project to improve resiliency along a 1.2-mile section of U.S. Route 9W in the Town of Highlands, Orange County. The project will elevate the … Read more

Washington, DC,Mayor Bowser and Monumental Sports Advance Public-Private Partnership to Transform Capital One Arena

Mayor Bowser and Monumental Sports Advance Public-Private Partnership to Transform Capital One Arena On September 14, 2022, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced a major public-private partnership (P3) to transform Capital One Arena, the iconic sports and entertainment venue in the heart of the city. The $350 million project … Read more

The White House,President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New York Disaster Declaration

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New York Disaster Declaration The White House September 30, 2021 Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. approved a major disaster declaration for the State of New York and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Ida from September 1–3, 2021. … Read more

The White House,On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby

On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby Date: March 10, 2023 Location: The White House Participants: John Kirby, White House National Security Communications Advisor Key Points: Russia-Ukraine War Kirby reiterated the US’s unwavering support for Ukraine and condemned Russia’s “barbaric” attacks on civilians. He announced that the US would provide … Read more

Public and Private Laws,Public Law 118 – 104 – Congressional Budget Office Data Access Act

Public Law 118-104 – Congressional Budget Office Data Access Act Summary: The Congressional Budget Office Data Access Act (CBODAA) amends the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to improve the public’s access to the Congressional Budget Office’s (CBO) data. Key Provisions: Public Access to CBO Data: Requires CBO to make its data publicly available through an … Read more

Public and Private Laws,Public Law 118 – 95 – Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act of 2023

Public Law 118-95 – Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act of 2023 Summary The Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act of 2023 (H.R. 358) is a law that expands access to commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for veterans. Key Provisions CDL Skills Test Waiver for Veterans: Veterans who held a valid CDL within the past two … Read more

Public and Private Laws,Public Law 118 – 103 – DHS Joint Task Forces Reauthorization Act of 2024

Public Law 118 – 103: DHS Joint Task Forces Reauthorization Act of 2024 Summary: Public Law 118 – 103, the DHS Joint Task Forces Reauthorization Act of 2024, extends and amends the authority for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish and maintain joint task forces (JTFs). Key Provisions: Extension of Authority: Extends the … Read more