NYSUT's response to State of the State address

NYSUT President Melinda Person released the following statement in response to Gov. Hochul's 2026 State of the State address:

"The Governor's State of the State makes clear that she is choosing to lead with her values - protecting children, supporting families and strengthening public education at every level. By investing in childcare, safeguarding kids' mental health and online safety, expanding truly universal Pre-K in our public schools, investing in teaching and learning, and keeping SUNY and CUNY affordable, the Governor is delivering an agenda rooted in opportunity and the belief that government can and should make life better for families. Educators are ready to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Governor and Legislature to turn these commitments into real, measurable progress for New York's students and communities."