Greater Rochester Chamber releases statement on Governor Hochul’s Childcare Announcement
JANUARY 8, 2026 (ROCHESTER, NY) – Greater Rochester Chamber has released the following statement today on behalf of President & CEO Bob Duffy:
"Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by Governor Hochul's announcement today and her ongoing commitment to ensuring all New Yorkers have access to childcare. Expanding capacity for reliable and safe care for children throughout our state will grow our workforce and set hard-working New Yorkers up for sustained career success. We look forward to the Finger Lakes Region and other Upstate communities benefiting from these investments. Greater Rochester Chamber is eager to continue collaborating with Governor Hochul and our Rochester delegation to address the regulatory environment inhibiting childcare providers and to identify solutions that help businesses support their employees."
This statement is in response to Governor Hochul’s announcement today to make investments to deliver affordable, universal child care for children under five years of age across New York State. Full details of the announcement are available online here.