Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she has approved a request from the New York State Police to raise the maximum age to apply to become a New York State Trooper from 29 to 34. In addition to raising the age requirement, earlier this year, the Governor announced more than $66 million in the budget to fund additional New York State Police academy classes and increase the number of New York State Troopers dedicated to addressing serious crime. The Governor’s plan provides for two additional classes each year allowing for four classes annually.