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Hochul Proposes $70M Anti-Hate Crime Funding Amid Re-Election

4/16/2026

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul proposes doubling funding to $70 million for organizations at risk of hate crimes, focusing on the Jewish community.
The plan, part of Hochul's $260 billion 2027 budget, backs a 25-foot buffer zone around houses of worship to curb protests, drawing opposition from leftist groups over free speech.
Hochul is running for reelection against Republican Bruce Blakeman in November.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul proposes doubling funding to $70 million for organizations at risk of hate crimes, focusing on the Jewish community.
The plan, part of Hochul's $260 billion 2027 budget, backs a 25-foot buffer zone around houses of worship to curb protests, drawing opposition from leftist groups over free speech.
Hochul is running for reelection against Republican Bruce Blakeman in November.