New York state legislators considering Governor Hochul's budget, support 'bell-to-bell' phone ban
After New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled her $252 billion budget proposal this week, local state lawmakers appear to be on board with a new ban on cell phones in schools.
New York governor proposes banning cellphones in schools starting next fall
Students throughout New York state might have to give up their cellphones during school hours starting next fall under a proposal announced Tuesday by Gov. Kathy Hochul.The plan, which would require legislators' approval,
New York governor proposes ban on phone use in schools
Governor Kathy Hochul has introduced a legislative proposal aimed at restricting cell phone use in schools across New York State.The proposal ca
'It's about time': Gov. Hochul reveals details of plan to ban smartphones in New York schools
Gov. Hochul has revealed details of her plan to ban smartphones in New York schools as part of her FY 2026 Executive Budget Proposal.
Governor Hochul announces new statewide school cell phone policy
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a statewide plan on Wednesday afternoon that will restrict the use of devices such as smartphones, smart watches, and tablets in K-12 schools throughout the entire
Educators weigh in on proposed phone ban in NYS public schools
Governor Kathy Hochul has brought plans forward for a proposed ban on smartphones in public schools. I was among 700 people in the hall to hear Donald Trump address the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Parents and students express concerns over Gov. Hochul's proposal to restrict cellphones in schools
New York could soon restrict students from using cellphones. This comes from a new proposal from Gov. Kathy Hochul as part of her $252 billion budget plans.
Hochul’s proposed NY school phone ban would require devices to be stored away until class dismissal
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed phone ban in New York schools would launch at the start of the next school year and require most devices be stored away until dismissal. Hochul began Wednesday unveiling specifics of the ban that was part of her massive $252 billion budget proposal,
Gov. Hochul to NY parents concerned over cellphone ban: Time to cut the cord
NEW YORK — New York students may no longer have cellphones with them from “bell to bell” under Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed ban, but public schools will still need to
Gov. Hochul's NY school cellphone ban gets a warm reception in Albany
Hochul wants schools to ban smartphones and other internet-enabled devices before the next school year. Lawmakers are open to it.
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New York governor pushes ‘affordability agenda’ as Democrats regroup after election losses
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New York Governor Hochul Announces $188 Million Boost for Healthcare Safety Net Transformation Across State
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Barclay critiques governor’s $252 billion budget proposal
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay criticized Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed $252 billion executive budget, claiming it ...
Bribery, fraud charges dropped against former New York Lt. Governor
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New Jersey governor urges Trump to review New York City's congestion pricing plan
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy on Monday asked President Donald Trump to reexamine the federal government's approval of New ...
New Jersey’s Governor Asks Trump to Move Swiftly on Congestion Pricing
Gov. Phil Murphy wrote a letter to the president saying that the surcharge on drivers entering Manhattan’s busiest area was a ...
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New York HEAP applications to reopen after short closure
After initially running out of federal funding, the regular Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) applications are reopening.