“Governor Hochul’s State of the State set forth a starting point for an ambitious blueprint to navigate through the challenges of the COVID pandemic and allow our state government to have a productive session/budget that benefits New Yorkers. I look forward with optimism towards working with the administration in addressing the needs of our residents. I believe the Governor’s realistic vision of confronting all aspects of the COVID pandemic, including its effect on families, businesses, the workforce and education, as well as dealing with every-day issues such as those related to public safety, the environment and job creation will have a long-term benefit to my constituents.”