Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 17, 2026

A 10196: Establishes an educator development workforce for the purpose of contracting with EDHUBNY, a nonprofit organization, for support of New York's child serving and educator workforce; appropriation

Establishes an educator development workforce for the purpose of contracting with EDHUBNY, a nonprofit organization, for support of New York's child serving and educator workforce; authorizes the workforce to contract with EDHUBNY including performance measures, reporting requirements, and fiscal controls; authorizes collaboration with other state agencies; provides for an appropriation of $50 million.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $50 million appropriation for educator workforce program, directly funding a state initiative under budget/fiscal management.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 9169: Establishes the managed long term care high acuity stabilization pool; appropriation

Establishes the managed long term care high acuity stabilization pool to support managed long term care plans that demonstrate high performance on quality measures established by the department and serve a disproportionately high share of members with complex long term care needs or high service utilization.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a state appropriation to fund a long-term care stabilization pool, directly allocating budget resources for healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes appropriation for high-acuity long-term care stabilization pool, funding support for complex patient care and quality measures in managed care plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate May 27, 2026

S 9004: CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET

Bill S 9004, titled "Capital Projects Budget," is an appropriations bill that allocates state funds for government capital projects like building construction and major infrastructure. The abstract indicates it provides funding support for these projects but does not specify exact projects, amounts, or affected entities. Without access to the full bill text, we cannot detail specific mechanisms, funding allocations, or direct beneficiaries. The bill was referred to the Finance Committee on January 21, 2026, for further review.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for capital projects infrastructure, directly supporting budget allocation for essential government spending.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funds for major infrastructure capital projects, which typically include transportation infrastructure like roads/highways, though not explicitly specified.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 12, 2026

S 8868: Enacts the New York state food security purchase and processing act; appropriation

Enacts the New York state food security purchase and processing act to establish a state-level program that purchases food grown or raised by New York farmers; requires processing within New York State; distributes such food to communities in need.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes state appropriation to fund food security program purchasing local food, directly allocating budget resources for public service.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9606: Enacts the New York state food security purchase and processing act; appropriation

Enacts the New York state food security purchase and processing act to establish a state-level program that purchases food grown or raised by New York farmers; requires processing within New York State; distributes such food to communities in need.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes 'appropriation' to fund state program purchasing food from NY farmers for community distribution, directly allocating state budget resources for public service.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 8, 2026

A 3845: Establishes the psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program for veterans and first responders and a psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program fund; appropriation

Establishes the psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program; provides such program will be offered to veterans and first responders from New York state; establishes a psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a dedicated fund for a pilot program via appropriation, directly allocating state budget resources to fund a new initiative for veterans and first responders.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a mental health therapy pilot program for veterans, expanding access to psilocybin-assisted treatment under healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates new mental health therapy access for veterans, expanding healthcare benefits through a dedicated pilot program targeting veterans' mental wellness needs.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9612: Establishes the upstate cities preparedness and resiliency fund; appropriation

Establishes the upstate cities preparedness and resiliency fund which shall distribute grants to upstate cities for projects which demonstrate measurable improvements in preparedness, resilience or emergency coordination.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new state fund with explicit appropriation for city resilience projects, directly advancing budget allocation for public safety initiatives.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 30, 2026

A 10031: Creates a volunteer firefighter scholarship program and a volunteer firefighter scholarship fund; appropriation

Creates a volunteer firefighter scholarship program and a volunteer firefighter scholarship fund; rewards volunteer firefighters who respond to twenty-five percent of emergency calls for eight years with a student loan award equal to four times the SUNY tuition rate; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for a firefighter scholarship program, directly funding a public service initiative per budget/tax topic criteria.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 14, 2026

A 9545: Adjusts the regional labor force cost index for the Hudson Valley region

This bill adjusts the regional labor force cost index used to calculate school funding for the Hudson Valley region. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, the Hudson Valley index increases from 1.314 to 1.425 (up from the previous 1.314 for 2025-2026), while other regions' indices remain unchanged. This change directly affects how state education funding is distributed to school districts in the Hudson Valley, increasing their base funding allocation. The adjustment applies to all subsequent school years after 2026-2027, aligning with the state's formula for regional cost differences.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases Hudson Valley school funding allocation by adjusting regional index, directly boosting state education budget distribution for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases Hudson Valley school funding index from 1.314 to 1.425, directly raising base funding allocations for school districts in the region.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations School Funding

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 10003: AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET

This bill authorizes state appropriations for the "Aid to Localities Budget," providing financial support to local governments. It directly affects cities, counties, and townships by allocating state funds to assist with their operational needs and services. As an appropriations measure, it sets aside specific budget resources without altering existing laws or creating new programs. The bill is currently under review by the Ways and Means committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds to local governments for operational needs, directly increasing public service funding through appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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