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Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal funding

Massachusetts officials are proactively analyzing federal funding dependencies and preparing contingency plans in anticipation of possible cuts to federal grants.

What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red States

Red states benefit significantly from federal funding while criticizing blue states for dependency on federal aid.

Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal funding

Massachusetts officials are proactively analyzing federal funding dependencies and preparing contingency plans in anticipation of possible cuts to federal grants.

What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red States

Red states benefit significantly from federal funding while criticizing blue states for dependency on federal aid.

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#trump-administration

Nonprofits in New York Are Told Their Contracts Have Been Paused'

New York nonprofits face uncertainty as federal funding freezes impact essential services.

5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's return

Democrats in New York face challenges with the incoming Trump administration, impacting their policy priorities as they prepare for upcoming elections.

Nonprofits in New York Are Told Their Contracts Have Been Paused'

New York nonprofits face uncertainty as federal funding freezes impact essential services.

5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's return

Democrats in New York face challenges with the incoming Trump administration, impacting their policy priorities as they prepare for upcoming elections.

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Hochul's mad Medicaid spending is meant to woo health-industry honchos - on OUR dime

Hochul's proposed $6.4 billion Medicaid increase raises sustainability concerns, reflecting a significant burden on New York taxpayers amid hospital industry appeasement.

Defend your Medicaid and school-aid cuts, Gov. Hochul

Governor Hochul aims to rein in spending, while the Legislature prioritizes maintaining funding for special interests.

Medicaid and school aid are major spending categories, with rising costs and opposition to cuts.

New York Has a Budget Trick to Try on the Federal Government

New York Democrats aim to generate funds through a Medicaid loophole by taxing managed care organizations to boost state budget.

State proposes a scheme using Medicaid reimbursements where insurers break even, state gains, and federal government loses money.

Hochul's mad Medicaid spending is meant to woo health-industry honchos - on OUR dime

Hochul's proposed $6.4 billion Medicaid increase raises sustainability concerns, reflecting a significant burden on New York taxpayers amid hospital industry appeasement.

Defend your Medicaid and school-aid cuts, Gov. Hochul

Governor Hochul aims to rein in spending, while the Legislature prioritizes maintaining funding for special interests.

Medicaid and school aid are major spending categories, with rising costs and opposition to cuts.

New York Has a Budget Trick to Try on the Federal Government

New York Democrats aim to generate funds through a Medicaid loophole by taxing managed care organizations to boost state budget.

State proposes a scheme using Medicaid reimbursements where insurers break even, state gains, and federal government loses money.

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Political deathwish: Gov. Hochul to unveil sad '25 agenda in her State of the State

Gov. Hochul's 2025 agenda appears disconnected from New Yorkers' desires, emphasizing new spending without addressing major public concerns like taxes and crime.

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State transit funding for Long Island hits skids, enraging critics: 'Shortchanged'

Long Island is receiving only 7.8% of New York's transport budget, a significant drop impacting local infrastructure funding.

Active Transportation Program Cut Because Administration Wants to Prioritize Highways - Streetsblog California

The Active Transportation Program is facing a funding cut of $600 million, impacting its climate, energy, and equity efficiency.

State transit funding for Long Island hits skids, enraging critics: 'Shortchanged'

Long Island is receiving only 7.8% of New York's transport budget, a significant drop impacting local infrastructure funding.

Active Transportation Program Cut Because Administration Wants to Prioritize Highways - Streetsblog California

The Active Transportation Program is facing a funding cut of $600 million, impacting its climate, energy, and equity efficiency.

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#education-policy

Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mystery

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes universal free school lunches amid low poll numbers, aiming to support the welfare of New York's children.

Myrie calls for increased free afterschool programs

State Sen. Zellnor Myrie advocates for universal, free afterschool programs to support working families and ensure every student has access.

Funding for afterschool programs is crucial for balancing work schedules and student safety.

NY state will require students to complete FAFSA or waiver

New York State will require high school seniors to complete FAFSA, a similar aid form, or opt-out waiver, part of the 2024-25 budget.

Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mystery

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes universal free school lunches amid low poll numbers, aiming to support the welfare of New York's children.

Myrie calls for increased free afterschool programs

State Sen. Zellnor Myrie advocates for universal, free afterschool programs to support working families and ensure every student has access.

Funding for afterschool programs is crucial for balancing work schedules and student safety.

NY state will require students to complete FAFSA or waiver

New York State will require high school seniors to complete FAFSA, a similar aid form, or opt-out waiver, part of the 2024-25 budget.

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New Mexico's oil investments are paying off. Here's where the funds may go

New Mexico's investment from oil revenue is leading to substantial increases in state income, enhancing funding for social programs.

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Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever before

Oregon sees a $2.7 billion revenue increase, providing an opportunity for lawmakers to address emerging challenges and priorities for 2023-25.

Vos: New budget will say 'no'

Wisconsin's budget won't meet agency spending requests, with a focus on fiscal restraint.

Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever before

Oregon sees a $2.7 billion revenue increase, providing an opportunity for lawmakers to address emerging challenges and priorities for 2023-25.

Vos: New budget will say 'no'

Wisconsin's budget won't meet agency spending requests, with a focus on fiscal restraint.

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#new-york

New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul Plan

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes $3 billion in inflation refunds for most New York taxpayers, benefiting 8.6 million people using higher sales tax revenue.

NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a break

New York state's tax subsidies for Hollywood are under scrutiny, yet lawmakers may redirect potential savings elsewhere, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.

Gov. Hochul indicates her proposed school aid changes won't be in state budget, but plans to revisit next year | amNewYork

Changes to New York's public school funding formula delayed to next year's budget.

Proposal to alter distribution of public school funding, known as Foundation Aid, on hold for now.

State Assemblyman Harvey Epstein talks bill legalizing basement apartments

Legalizing basement and cellar apartments is gaining support in New York.

$85 million was allocated last year to improve safety of basement units.

New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul Plan

Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes $3 billion in inflation refunds for most New York taxpayers, benefiting 8.6 million people using higher sales tax revenue.

NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a break

New York state's tax subsidies for Hollywood are under scrutiny, yet lawmakers may redirect potential savings elsewhere, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.

Gov. Hochul indicates her proposed school aid changes won't be in state budget, but plans to revisit next year | amNewYork

Changes to New York's public school funding formula delayed to next year's budget.

Proposal to alter distribution of public school funding, known as Foundation Aid, on hold for now.

State Assemblyman Harvey Epstein talks bill legalizing basement apartments

Legalizing basement and cellar apartments is gaining support in New York.

$85 million was allocated last year to improve safety of basement units.

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#migrant-crisis

Exclusive | Here's how much each NY state resident will have to fork over in taxes to cover migrant crisis bill

New York taxpayers face an averaged $215 cost each due to the migrant crisis, totaling $2.3 billion for housing and care.

Gina Arena urges a reevaluation of state spending priorities amidst rising costs from housing asylum seekers.

New state budget bites NYC: On the hook for migrants, schools

Gov. Kathy Hochul's rollback adds $4 billion to state pension liabilities, increasing concerns about high spending and burden-shifting.

New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.

New York lawmakers passed a $237 billion budget with funds allocated for migrant crisis, distressed hospitals, and policy initiatives like tenant protections and Mayor's school control.

Exclusive | Here's how much each NY state resident will have to fork over in taxes to cover migrant crisis bill

New York taxpayers face an averaged $215 cost each due to the migrant crisis, totaling $2.3 billion for housing and care.

Gina Arena urges a reevaluation of state spending priorities amidst rising costs from housing asylum seekers.

New state budget bites NYC: On the hook for migrants, schools

Gov. Kathy Hochul's rollback adds $4 billion to state pension liabilities, increasing concerns about high spending and burden-shifting.

New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.

New York lawmakers passed a $237 billion budget with funds allocated for migrant crisis, distressed hospitals, and policy initiatives like tenant protections and Mayor's school control.

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#california

Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in place

California's governor vetoed a bill to improve spending accountability for homelessness despite a report showing failed tracking of a $24 billion budget.

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

The California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.

Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in place

California's governor vetoed a bill to improve spending accountability for homelessness despite a report showing failed tracking of a $24 billion budget.

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

The California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.

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LETTER: State is all talk, no action on adequate funding of higher education

The HECC approved a budget acknowledged as insufficient for student needs, leading to a $25 million funding gap.

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Healey signs $58 billion state budget featuring free community college plan

The Massachusetts state budget bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey includes funding for free community college, literacy programs, and online lottery sales.

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

Lawmakers in Albany are set to pass a $237 billion state budget with an extension of Mayor Eric Adams' control over New York City schools.

New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

New York lawmakers pass $237 billion budget with significant focus on housing, health care, education, and law enforcement.

State budget talks to carry on into next week

Lawmakers in Albany extend state funding deadline due to unresolved budget negotiations

Negotiators still haggling over major spending plan areas like education funding and Medicaid programs.

State budget: Housing, preschool and more on City Council's wishlist for funding from Albany as April 1 deadline looms | amNewYork

City Council outlines wishlist for Fiscal Year 2025 state budget including housing reforms and education funding.

Support for housing construction backed by Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul expressed by City Council.

Healey signs $58 billion state budget featuring free community college plan

The Massachusetts state budget bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey includes funding for free community college, literacy programs, and online lottery sales.

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

Lawmakers in Albany are set to pass a $237 billion state budget with an extension of Mayor Eric Adams' control over New York City schools.

New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

New York lawmakers pass $237 billion budget with significant focus on housing, health care, education, and law enforcement.

State budget talks to carry on into next week

Lawmakers in Albany extend state funding deadline due to unresolved budget negotiations

Negotiators still haggling over major spending plan areas like education funding and Medicaid programs.

State budget: Housing, preschool and more on City Council's wishlist for funding from Albany as April 1 deadline looms | amNewYork

City Council outlines wishlist for Fiscal Year 2025 state budget including housing reforms and education funding.

Support for housing construction backed by Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul expressed by City Council.

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Walters: Newsom shuns tax increases yet budget levies billions on businesses

Gov. Newsom insists on living within means and rejects corporate tax hikes despite indirect increases in the revised state budget.

State Lawmaker Tries To Close Loophole In Gun Ownership Rules | KQED

California gun control loophole regarding mental illness needs fixing.

Governor Announces "May Revise" Budget Proposal - Streetsblog California

Governor Newsom's May Revise preserves climate investments but includes a cut to the Active Transportation Program.

California's state transportation budget has sufficient funds despite cuts to programs like the Active Transportation Program.

Governor Newsom aims to maintain core services by tightening budgets, delaying programs, and tapping into state reserves without raising taxes.

Local journalism in New York gets big boost with first-ever NYS payroll tax credit | amNewYork

New York introduces tax credit to support local journalism outlets, a first-in-the-nation initiative.

Albany lawmakers pass state budget that extends mayoral control, enacts modified Good Cause' protections | amNewYork

State budget passed with mayoral control extension, housing measures, and safety initiatives.

Gov. Hochul's plan to divert escrow funds risks essential legal aid for needy New Yorkers

$55 million earmarked for legal services for low-income NYers to be reallocated, sparking NYSBA's disapproval.

Albany lawmakers set to pass Sammy's Law, allow NYC to lower speed limit to 20 mph | amNewYork

NYC speed limit may be lowered to 20mph with Sammy's Law included in state budget.

Mayoral control: NYC Chancellor pleads his case in Albany as budget deadline looms

David Banks advocates for mayoral control extension

Debate over centralized control in NYC school system

The cost of Prop. 1: Newsom's plan to transform California's mental health system

Proposition 1 aims to overhaul mental health services in California by financing 10,000 treatment beds, costing up to $14 billion.

Opponents argue that the price of Proposition 1 is too high, emphasizing the need to spend money effectively and understand root causes to solve issues like homelessness.

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Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal funding

What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red States

Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal funding

What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red States

Nonprofits in New York Are Told Their Contracts Have Been Paused'

5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's return

Nonprofits in New York Are Told Their Contracts Have Been Paused'

5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's return

Hochul's mad Medicaid spending is meant to woo health-industry honchos - on OUR dime

Defend your Medicaid and school-aid cuts, Gov. Hochul

New York Has a Budget Trick to Try on the Federal Government

Hochul's mad Medicaid spending is meant to woo health-industry honchos - on OUR dime

Defend your Medicaid and school-aid cuts, Gov. Hochul

New York Has a Budget Trick to Try on the Federal Government

Political deathwish: Gov. Hochul to unveil sad '25 agenda in her State of the State

State transit funding for Long Island hits skids, enraging critics: 'Shortchanged'

Active Transportation Program Cut Because Administration Wants to Prioritize Highways - Streetsblog California

State transit funding for Long Island hits skids, enraging critics: 'Shortchanged'

Active Transportation Program Cut Because Administration Wants to Prioritize Highways - Streetsblog California

Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mystery

Myrie calls for increased free afterschool programs

NY state will require students to complete FAFSA or waiver

Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mystery

Myrie calls for increased free afterschool programs

NY state will require students to complete FAFSA or waiver

New Mexico's oil investments are paying off. Here's where the funds may go

Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever before

Vos: New budget will say 'no'

Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever before

Vos: New budget will say 'no'

New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul Plan

NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a break

Gov. Hochul indicates her proposed school aid changes won't be in state budget, but plans to revisit next year | amNewYork

State Assemblyman Harvey Epstein talks bill legalizing basement apartments

New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul Plan

NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a break

Gov. Hochul indicates her proposed school aid changes won't be in state budget, but plans to revisit next year | amNewYork

State Assemblyman Harvey Epstein talks bill legalizing basement apartments

Exclusive | Here's how much each NY state resident will have to fork over in taxes to cover migrant crisis bill

New state budget bites NYC: On the hook for migrants, schools

New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.

Exclusive | Here's how much each NY state resident will have to fork over in taxes to cover migrant crisis bill

New state budget bites NYC: On the hook for migrants, schools

New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.

Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in place

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in place

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

LETTER: State is all talk, no action on adequate funding of higher education

Healey signs $58 billion state budget featuring free community college plan

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

State budget talks to carry on into next week

State budget: Housing, preschool and more on City Council's wishlist for funding from Albany as April 1 deadline looms | amNewYork

Healey signs $58 billion state budget featuring free community college plan

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

State budget talks to carry on into next week

State budget: Housing, preschool and more on City Council's wishlist for funding from Albany as April 1 deadline looms | amNewYork

Walters: Newsom shuns tax increases yet budget levies billions on businesses

State Lawmaker Tries To Close Loophole In Gun Ownership Rules | KQED

Governor Announces "May Revise" Budget Proposal - Streetsblog California

Local journalism in New York gets big boost with first-ever NYS payroll tax credit | amNewYork

Albany lawmakers pass state budget that extends mayoral control, enacts modified Good Cause' protections | amNewYork

Gov. Hochul's plan to divert escrow funds risks essential legal aid for needy New Yorkers

Albany lawmakers set to pass Sammy's Law, allow NYC to lower speed limit to 20 mph | amNewYork

Mayoral control: NYC Chancellor pleads his case in Albany as budget deadline looms

The cost of Prop. 1: Newsom's plan to transform California's mental health system

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