Senator Hinchey’s Statement Following Governor Hochul’s 2022 State of the State Address

ALBANY, NY (January 5, 2022) – Senator Michelle Hinchey (SD-46) today issued the following statement in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2022 State of the State address:

Senator Michelle Hinchey said, “I’m incredibly happy that Governor Hochul’s State of the State mirrors many of the priority areas I’m fighting for in 2022 on behalf of upstate New York. From tax relief for middle-class New Yorkers to broadband expansion and small business support to local job creation to supporting frontline and healthcare workers and investments in affordable housing — this address was a step in the right direction in revitalizing our state.

“I also applaud the Governor for keeping the climate crisis at the top of her priorities. Living in a state with clean air and water, more sustainable infrastructure, and new career pathways into green economy jobs is fundamental, not only to New York’s long-term success, but to its very survival.

“And as Chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee, it is especially thrilling to see, for the first time, New York agriculture feature so prominently in the Governor’s top agenda. Tackling many different aspects of the industry, including through our bill to double the Farm Workforce Retention Tax Credit, it looks like there’s a real commitment to strengthen agriculture across the state.

“I am committed to delivering on all of these issues and look forward to seeing the Governor’s details in the coming weeks.”

Senator Michelle Hinchey represents the 46th Senate District, which includes Greene and Montgomery Counties and parts of Albany, Schenectady, and Ulster Counties. Senator Hinchey serves as Chair of the Agriculture Committee and sits on the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business, Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation, Energy and Telecommunications, Environmental Conservation, and Local Government Committees.

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