Bill > A08068

This bill provides for emergency appropriations to support government operations through April 29, 2025, extending the previous appropriation period from April 24 to April 29. The bill makes several key adjustments to existing appropriations across various state departments and agencies, including increases in funding for the Medical Assistance Program, Unemployment Insurance Benefits, Developmental Disabilities Services, and Veterans' Services. Notable changes include: expanding Medicaid funding by approximately $1.5 billion, increasing unemployment insurance benefits by $105 million, and boosting funding for community services for people with developmental disabilities. The bill requires approval from the director of the budget before expenditures can be made, and stipulates that once the regular appropriation bills for the fiscal year are passed, these emergency appropriations will be transferred and then repealed. The legislation is designed to ensure continuous government funding and services during a transitional period, allowing state agencies to continue operations while waiting for the full fiscal year budget to be enacted.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8068