Doug Hovey with Independent Living Inc. speaks of the need for Wi-Fi service for state-run homes for New Yorkers with disabilities. At left is Sen. James Skoufis; behind him and to the right is Alex Thompson of the New York Association on Independent Living and Sens. Samra Brouck and John Mannion. Photo: Karen Dewitt
Jan 25, 2021 — Several state senators and Assembly members say they were surprised to learn that Governor Andrew Cuomo’s administration does not provide internet access to people living in state-run group homes and other congregant settings, and they want that fixed immediately.
Several state senators and Assembly members say they were surprised to learn that Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration does not provide internet access to people living in state-run group homes and other congregant settings — and they want that fixed immediately.