The Office of the Governor of the State of New York

02/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/19/2026 16:31

Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul

February 19, 2026
Albany, NY

Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul

Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul

"The New York State Constitution guarantees the principles of fair representation, and New Yorkers in every community deserve these protections. After the Appellate Division's decision today, there is now a need for the New York Independent Redistricting Commission to begin the work of redrawing these maps."

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