The State University of New York system and the state are working together to create and fund a new jobs program that’s like the Empire State version of AmeriCorps or a domestic version of the Peace Corps.

SUNY Chancellor Dr.  John King spoke with Capital Tonight’s Susan Arbetter about the Empire State Service Corps Program, which was funded in this year’s state budget to the tune of $2.75 million, and will employ 500 young people across the state.

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