New York State government

New York State government is structured with three branches: the executive, led by the governor who enforces laws; the legislative, comprising the Assembly and Senate that create laws; and the judiciary, including courts that interpret laws. The state manages areas like education, transportation, and health through these branches. Local governments—counties, cities, and towns—manage community-level services. Elected officials represent residents and work within a system designed to balance power, ensuring laws are fair and government functions efficiently for the benefit of New Yorkers.