238 Graduate from New York State Police Academy

Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday joined New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James in honoring 238 new State Troopers as they graduated from the 217th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The ceremony was held at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. Wednesday’s graduation increases the State Police ranks to approximately 5,110 sworn members.

“Our State Police represent the best of New York, offering nothing short of their full devotion each day to the safety and security of our communities,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “Public safety is my number one priority — and on behalf of all New Yorkers, I commend these 238 men and women for their selfless commitment to service and congratulate them on this extraordinary achievement.”

New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said, “Today’s graduates join a proud and honorable tradition of service that spans more than a century. The men and women of the 217th Basic School have shown remarkable determination, integrity, and resilience throughout their training. As they take their oath and begin their assignments across New York, I have every confidence they will uphold the high standards of professionalism and public service that define the New York State Police.”

Below is a list of Permanent Troop assignments where graduates will begin their careers after completing their field training. Included are the hometowns of the graduates.