This week marked seventy days since the inception of New York on PAUSE (Policies to Assure Uniform Safety for Everyone). As COVID-19 emergency response efforts continue to strategically transition into economic recovery and revitalization initiatives using a phased approach, New York State remains focused on implementing strategies to mitigate further virus spread; re-stabilize individuals and businesses most greatly impacted; and redesign various facets of New York’s economic and social infrastructure to “build better” for the future. In its efforts to mitigate the spread and resurgence of COVID-19, the State has focused its efforts on resources for low-income and minority communities and messaging focused on social distancing and wearing masks. Furthermore, Governor Cuomo has sought financial relief for New Yorkers by calling on the federal government not only to pass a coronavirus relief bill to provide unrestricted support for states, but also to repeal the controversial state and local tax (SALT) deduction limitations that adversely affect the State. The Governor has also called for Congress to pass the “Americans First Law” to prevent corporate bailouts. In an effort to facilitate innovation and growth, the Governor established the Blue-Ribbon Commission to improve telehealth and broadband access, while also urging the federal government to support infrastructure projects in New York.