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

Annual Legislative Report

OTDA Home Resources and Data Annual Legislative Report

Annual Legislative Report on Public Assistance

The Annual Legislative Report on Public Assistance is prepared each year to fulfill the reporting requirements in the Welfare Reform Act of 1997 by the Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance (OTDA) with data developed by OTDA, the Department of Health and the Office of Children & Family Services.

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