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Empire State Voices Highlights Healthcare Cuts and Rising Costs at the Center of NY-17 Congressional Race yonkerstimes.com/empire-stat… via @Yonkers Times
Hudson Valley residents have chosen new representation for their district. Their priorities are clear: funding for health care, affordable groceries, and lower energy bills and gas prices. Follow us on Substack for more updates and coverage: empirestatevoices.substack.c…
Hudson Valley residents picked new representation, making it clear that funding for healthcare programs, affordable grocery costs, lower energy bills and gas prices are more important than tax breaks for billionaires.
Statement from Courtney Fields, ESV Executive Director:
"Congressman Lawler showed his constituents that pleasing Donald Trump and giving tax breaks to billionaires was more important than making life in the Hudson Valley affordable, and today it cost him...
Medicare Part D premiums are projected to jump in 2027, rising from $34 to $51/month. What Hudson Valley beneficiaries need to know: usatoday.com/story/money/per… 🚨
Halloween is getting a little scarier for shoppers, with candy prices up this year as they prepare for trick-or-treaters. A new report blames inflation & tariffs for the rising costs, leaving parents & Halloween enthusiasts facing a pricier season. mystateline.com/news/hallowe… 🍬
Another important conversation in the books! We brought community members together in Nyack to discuss Medicaid, healthcare access, and the upcoming open enrollment period. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this forum possible! empirestatevoices.org/press/…
Rising healthcare costs and looming coverage losses are putting growing pressure on Hudson Valley families. As healthcare costs spike, we must protect access to affordable care and the people who depend on it.
Read more: empirestatevoices.substack.c…
With candy prices up 10.8% from last year & SNAP cuts straining budgets, we're proud to have joined partners in donating food & candy to the Tarrytown Community Opportunity Center to help Hudson Valley kids celebrate Halloween! Read more: empirestatevoices.org/press/…
Join us at the Nyack Center on 10/29 for an important community conversation about the future of healthcare. Come hear what’s changing, get your questions answered, & learn what to expect as 2027 open enrollment approaches. Bring your questions & RSVP: mobilize.us/dashboard/empire…
Rising electricity bills are forcing 1 in 5 people to cut back on groceries. For Hudson Valley families already struggling with high utility costs, the spike is real. No one should have to choose between keeping the lights on & putting food on the table. cbsnews.com/news/electricity…
ICYMI: Looking for ways to stretch the grocery budget?
Our guide includes food pantry resources across the Hudson Valley, plus affordable recipes, budget-friendly grocery tips, and resources from community partners like @MOWROCKLAND.
Read the guide: empirestatevoices.substack.c… 📲
Join us at the Nyack Center in 1 week for an important community conversation about the future of healthcare. Come hear what’s changing, get your questions answered, & learn what to expect as 2027 open enrollment approaches. Bring your questions & RSVP: mobilize.us/dashboard/empire…
Rising costs and changing policies are affecting families across the Hudson Valley. Stay informed on the issues shaping New York communities and join the conversation.
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Hispanic Heritage Month may be over, but our commitment to Latino families must continue. 64,000 Latino New Yorkers lost SNAP benefits between 04/25 & 04/26, accounting for 34% of statewide losses. The Republican Tax Law cuts to SNAP & Medicaid put Hudson Valley families at risk.
ICYMI: New York families are facing important deadlines as summer EBT benefits expire and SNAP benefits enter a new cycle, highlighting the importance of understanding when food assistance funds are available and when they must be used.
Read more: news10.com/video/new-yorks-s… 📲
Join us at the Nyack Center on 10/29 for an important community conversation about the future of healthcare. Come hear what’s changing, get your questions answered, & learn what to expect as 2027 open enrollment approaches. Bring your questions & RSVP: mobilize.us/dashboard/empire…
The ongoing war in Iran is driving uncertainty in global energy markets, and rising oil and gas prices could add to the cost of living for Hudson Valley residents, from filling up at the pump to paying for groceries and household essentials.
Read more: cnn.com/2026/10/13/economy/i… ⛽️
Rising gas and diesel prices are driving inflation higher, increasing the cost of essentials and straining household budgets. Hudson Valley families face added pressure as they stretch every dollar to cover groceries and other needs. nbcnews.com/business/economy… 🛒
