Federal Government Shutdown

The federally-funded Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) remains delayed until further notice as New York awaits funding from the federal government. Households lacking resources that can't afford a fuel delivery or are facing a utility shutoff can apply for Emergency Assistance through their local department of social services.

New York State has completed issuing full November SNAP benefits using federal funds. December SNAP benefits will be issued on a regular schedule without delay. The recently enacted federal spending bill also fully funds SNAP through the end of the federal fiscal year 2026.

Last updated: November 14, 2025, 3:40 PM

Reasonable Accommodation

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Reasonable Accommodation

The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. To this end, it is OTDA policy to provide reasonable accommodation in all its accommodations, programs and services.

The Agency's Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator (ADA Coordinator) is identified below. If you require accommodation for an OTDA program or service, please submit a request to:

Deborah Pariseau, DRA/ADA Coordinator

Bureau of Human Resources
Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Floor 12B, 40 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12243

Phone: 518-474-7284
Fax: 518-473-8590
Email: accessibility@otda.ny.gov

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