Bill > A08000

This bill provides for an emergency appropriation to support New York state government operations through April 23, 2025, extending funding beyond the previously established April 17 deadline. The bill makes several key adjustments to existing appropriations across multiple state departments and agencies, including increasing funding for various programs such as the Medical Assistance Program, Unemployment Insurance Benefits, and services for people with developmental disabilities. The bill allows the comptroller to make payments for state employees' salaries, operations, and benefits during this extended period, ensuring continued government functioning while awaiting the final appropriation bills for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Specifically, the bill increases funding in several areas, such as expanding the Medical Assistance Program budget by billions of dollars, increasing Unemployment Insurance Benefits from $555 million to $660 million, and boosting funding for developmental disabilities services. The legislation includes provisions for transferring these temporary appropriations to permanent budget lines once the full fiscal year budget is approved, and requires director of budget approval for expenditures. The bill is designed to provide continuous government operation and financial flexibility during the transition between fiscal years.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8000