Overview
In her 2026 State of the State address, Governor Kathy Hochul proposed bold investments that will profoundly and positively impact children, families, and our economy across the state for generations to come. In a time of real setbacks from the current federal administration, we applaud Governor Hochul’s leadership and determination to fight for families.
Read more to find out what we’re applauding this year, what we believe is missing, and what New York voters say they want from State leaders in this year’s budget:
- Universal Child Care
- Universal Pre-Kindergarten
- Family Economic Security
- Developmental Services
- Education, particularly Solutions NOT Suspensions
- and, Federal threats to New York’s children and families.