Hochul Vows to Lift Economy, Lure Health Workers and Add a Transit Link

The proposals, released as part of Ms. Hochul’s first State of the State address, reflected her priorities as she prepares to run for a full term as governor.

Hospitals coping with a surge in Covid-19 patients. An economy battered by shutdowns. A housing crisis driving people to homelessness.

New York State is confronted with a host of problems as the pandemic continues to inflict an enormous economic and social toll.

As part of her first State of the State address on Wednesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul outlined a sweeping set of policies to try to respond to the challenges.