The ongoing federal government shutdown is not yet affecting programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance — including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Applications are continuing to be accepted, benefits are being provided, and use of benefit cards are not impacted at this time. If the shutdown continues into November, benefits for SNAP and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) could be delayed. This message will be updated as additional information becomes available.
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Strategic Operations supports OTDA's information technology portfolio and coordinates the agency's participation in the Integrated Eligibility System, an interagency initiative to integrate New York State's health and human services systems. Strategic Operations also coordinates revisions to interagency forms and other materials used by applicants and recipients to apply and recertify for benefits and services.