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From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 6:46 PM on April 2We know there are a lot of questions around DMO eligibility and 501(c)(6) organizations in particular as it relates to availability for financial relief in the CARES Act. We have a wealth of information on our Relief Resources page, including a quick…

From Governor Cuomo @ 8:29 PM on April 2 Tens of thousands of selfless healthcare workers have answered our urgent call to join New York's active healthcare force, including 21,000 people who live out of state. It's inspiring, and I personally promise that when the time comes, New York will repay…

LONG ISLAND, NY (March 31, 2020) – Amid the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, Discover Long Island shares a positive message for the region with new “Hold Fast" campaign and Community Partner Program designed to support and inspire residents, the business community, and the Nation that this storm too…

From Governor Cuomo @ 7:29 PM on April 1 Many people have asked me, how bad is this pandemic going to be? While we can't predict the future, we are using a number of models to forecast when and what the "apex" of the virus might be. The forecasts show a range of possibilities based on the key factor…

Dear New York State tourism colleagues: I hope you, your teams and your loved ones are safe, sound and healthy during these unprecedented and uncertain times. Fortunately, in New York State, we entered this crisis as a tourism community filled with incredible talent, knowledge and heart, and we…

From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 9:27 PM March 30 After last week's passage of the CARES Act, we know that many of you have questions about what aid you qualify for and how you can apply for it. I wanted to share several U.S. Travel resources that may be able to help provide some answers and make sure our…

From Governor Cuomo, 6:42 PM on March 27

From Governor Cuomo, March 28 at 7:40 PM Every emergency situation is unique. The needs presented are always different. In this case, the unexpected need is for ventilators. Our projections show that we need more ventilators and I will do everything in my power to make sure that we secure these…

April 1 -3: See below for the Destination on the Left Virtual Summit schedule of presentations. The virtual summit is FREE and there is no obligation for you to attend every session or every day.Register for FREE here! Note: presentation times are listed in EST.Wednesday, April 11PM: Destination…

  In the midst of the evolving COVID-19 crisis, Cornell will continue to lead a series of live conversations on the top challenges leaders and organizations need to be thinking about right now. We invite you to join us for the upcoming webcasts below:Understanding and Complying with Employment…

From Governor Cuomo, 7:41 PM on March 25: While the number of positive Coronavirus cases in New York continues to climb, I want to share some hopeful news: New data show that our density reduction measures may be working. The forecasted rate of hospitalizations are slowing down. On Sunday, forecasts…

EDITORS NOTE: The CARES Act was approved by the Senate late last night

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Dear Robert, Today we took decisive steps to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Our message to New Yorkers remains the same: Stay home, stop the spread, save lives. I know that these are extraordinary times, but New York will get through this challenge together. Photo of the Day:…

For Immediate Release: 3/20/2020GOVERNOR ANDREW M. CUOMO GOVERNOR CUOMO ISSUES GUIDANCE ON ESSENTIAL SERVICES UNDER THE 'NEW YORK STATE ON PAUSE' EXECUTIVE ORDEREarlier today, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced he is signing the "New York State on PAUSE" executive order, a 10-point policy to assure…

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Workers and Small Businesses Are the Backbone of the Travel Industry. They Need Relief Now.Published on March 18, 2020Roger DowPresident and CEO at the U.S. Travel AssociationYesterday, fellow travel industry leaders joined me at the White House to deliver a critical message to President Trump, Vice…

An update from I LOVE NY Like the rest of the world, New York State is navigating the ever-changing conditions of the Novel Coronavirus / COVID-19. Safety is the priority, and we want everyone to make decisions based on the latest public health information. We encourage everyone to exercise healthy…

For Immediate Release: 3/12/2020GOVERNOR ANDREW M. CUOMODURING NOVEL CORONAVIRUS BRIEFING, GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES NEW MASS GATHERINGS REGULATIONSEvents with 500 or More Individuals in Attendance to Be Cancelled or PostponedAny Gathering Under 500 Individuals in Attendance Will Be Required to Cut…

U.S. TRAVEL RESOURCESU.S. Travel's Emergency Preparedness and Response: Coronavirus toolkit contains the latest information and resources from CDC and WHO, along with messaging guidance on how best to respond to this evolving issue. It was last updated on March 10, 2020.NEW: Coronavirus Social Media…