Bill > A08283

This bill makes technical changes to the aid to localities budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, specifically modifying funding allocations for underserved communities and civic engagement programs. The bill adjusts a line item in the budget, changing "Asian American Foundation" to "Asian American Federation" while maintaining the $15 million funding allocation. The bill covers funding for various nonprofit and civic organizations, including the Asian American Federation, Coalition for Asian American Children and Families, New York Urban League, United Way of Greater New York, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, Catholic Charities Community Services, and the Fund for the City of New York. The total budget for these community-based programs remains $90 million, with funds intended to support programming such as crisis intervention, housing assistance, economic development, workforce training, educational initiatives, and healthcare services in underserved communities. The bill is set to take effect immediately and will be considered in full force as of April 1, 2025.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8283