Twin Tiers Living 489 Posted November 7 According to the governor's office website, Governor Hochul has convened the Empire State Freedom Initiative – a team of experts from within her administration to develop strategies for protecting New Yorkers from a variety of policy and regulatory threats that could emerge under President-elect Trump. This team includes representatives from the Governor's Office of Federal Affairs, the Office of the Counsel, the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services and other relevant agencies. The governor's office claims that uring President-elect Trump's first term, the State of New York and its residents found itself targeted by the Trump Administration and federal agencies, forcing the State to respond with affirmative and defensive litigation against the federal government and federal agencies. “The safety and wellbeing of New Yorkers are my top priorities,” Governor Hochul said. “I’m committed to working with anyone on policies that make our state stronger, safer and more livable — but my administration will also be prepared to protect New Yorkers’ fundamental freedoms from any potential threats.” This task force will be focused on key areas where New York State and New Yorkers are most likely to face threats from a Trump Administration, including reproductive rights, civil rights, immigration, gun safety and the environment, among other issues. The task force has developed an initial analysis of likely statutory, regulatory and fiscal vulnerabilities based on the comments and policies outlined by Trump and his advisors. It will now be tasked with driving proactive measures that New York State and its agencies can take – both before and after Trump is sworn in – through state legislation, rulemaking, appropriations, partnerships with New York's Congressional delegation and the Biden administration, and other actions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ann 439 Posted November 7 We don’t have to worry about Trump, Hochul and her ilk are doing just fine sticking, I mean helping and protecting the people of this State. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
