Federal Government Shutdown

Programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance – including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – are not immediately affected by the federal government shutdown and are continuing to operate. Benefits will continue to be provided, and use of benefit cards are not impacted by the shutdown. Additionally, applications for these programs overseen by OTDA will continue to be accepted at this time. This message will be updated if additional information becomes available.

Last updated: October 1, 2025, 9:10 AM

Refugee Services (RS)

OTDA Home Programs & Services Refugee Services

Overview

Refugee Services (RS) within the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is the single state agency responsible for the implementation of services to refugees.

Refugee Services’ programs and services:

  • provide assistance to refugees and their families in achieving economic and social self-sufficiency;
  • help repatriated citizens arrive safely at home;
  • provide assistance to victims of human trafficking; and
  • assure proper foster care for unaccompanied refugee and entrant minors.

Contact Refugee Services:

New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Refugee Services
40 North Pearl Street, 10D
Albany, New York 12243
Phone: 518-402-3096
bria.contact@otda.ny.gov

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