Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul
May 16, 2026
May 16, 2026
ALBANY, New York, May 16 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul
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"The Long Island Rail Road is essential. Every day it carries nearly 300,000 commuters and without this service, life on Long Island as we know it is not possible.
"As Governor, I have been proud to make historic investments in the LIRR. Working with the MTA, we increased service by 4 . . .
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Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul
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"The Long Island Rail Road is essential. Every day it carries nearly 300,000 commuters and without this service, life on Long Island as we know it is not possible.
"As Governor, I have been proud to make historic investments in the LIRR. Working with the MTA, we increased service by 4 . . .
