January 2, 2025
Yesterday was January 1, 2025, and there are some new laws tha went into effect yesterday. Such as the new minimum wage increase, which is now up to $15.50 an hour in this part of New York State. That’s according to Governor Kathy Hochul. The governor also says, the other new 2025 laws that went into effect yesterday included an increase in paid family leave and the workers comp assessment rate, goes down.
Another state requirement is for boaters to take boater safety courses. This Saturday the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department’s having a free one day boaters safety course. That will be from 8am to 5pm this Saturday at the Sheriff’s Office on Rumsey Street Extension. There is no charge from the county, but the state charges $10.00 for the certificate which you’ll get, after you take the course. You have to be at least 14 years old to take this class.
