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section: schools
first_reported: 2026-11-06 13:13 EST
updated: 2026-11-06 13:13 EST
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# Hochul seeks more power over state education department

Governor Kathy Hochul has raised concerns about state education officials moving to end the Regents exam graduation requirement, and wants more power over the department.

Section: [Schools](/new-york/section/life.md) · Entities: [Kathy Hochul](/new-york/wiki/kathy-hochul.md), [New York State Education Department](/new-york/wiki/new-york-state-education-department.md)

## Coverage

- [THE CITY](https://www.thecityreporter.nyc/2026/11/06/regents-board-state-exams-high-school-graduation-hochul-doe/), 2026-11-06 13:13 EST: Hochul Wants More Power Over State Education Dept. Amid Move to End Regents Requirement

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