The Business Council of New York State and other influential business leaders in New York along with local government and industry associations today issued an open letter to New York State legislators applauding SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on the launch of a new strategic plan for SUNY and urging legislators to support the Public Higher Education Empowerment and Innovation Act (PHEEIA).

“We are encouraged by the collective support of our partners in business, local government and community organizations across New York State,” said Chancellor Zimpher. “These leaders understand the importance of protecting SUNY students and campuses from the worst effects of the fiscal crisis while maximizing SUNY’s potential as a driver of New York State’s economic recovery.

“Given the positive response from these critical stakeholders, along with endorsements from our students and faculty, we hope that the Legislature will pass the Empowerment Act and fully leverage SUNY’s enormous capacity to create economic opportunities for New York.”

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