On Saturday, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed the nation’s first-ever Crime Analysis Joint Special Operations Command (CA-JSOC) Headquarters to help fight crime and coordinate intelligence sharing across New York state.

According to Gov. Hochul, the New York State Crime Analysis and Joint Special Operations Command Headquarters (CA-JSOC) will "unite and support more than 100 local, state and federal agencies to track crime trends, share intelligence, and coordinate responses in real time, further enhancing public safety across New York state." Additionally, Hochul plans to propose expanded support for intelligence and agency coordination, and will secure additional funding for crime prevention technology and equipment to provide resources to state and local law enforcement.

“Public safety has been one of my top priorities since day one, and I am committed to doing everything I can to make sure that all New Yorkers and their families feel safe,” Gov. Hochul said. “By prioritizing coordination, intelligence sharing and investing in the latest technology, we are ensuring law enforcement agencies across the state have the resources and tools they need to prevent crimes and safeguard the future of our state.”

“I want to commend Governor Hochul for her continued investments in public safety. This new joint operations center expands on the close partnerships we have built with our local, state and federal law enforcement partners, which is critically important as we fight the constantly evolving threats to public safety,” State Police Superintendent Steven G. James added.

This announcement builds upon last year's funding of $127 million for police departments and sheriffs’ offices outside of New York City for new technology and equipment to prevent and solve crimes and improve public safety.