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

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Policy Directives

Provide local social services districts and other interested parties informed about current OTDA program policy and procedures impacting OTDA programs.

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Rule Review

OTDA's list of rules that were reviewed in 2024 and rules that will be reviewed in 2025 can be found on pages 65 through 71 of the attached New York State Register. Note: Please utilize the page numbers found within the New York State Register when locating the Rule Review.

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Guidance Documents

OTDA's List of Guidance Documents on which the agency currently relies can be found on pages 73 through 127 of the attached New York State Register. Note: Please utilize the page numbers found within the New York State Register when locating the Guidance Documents.

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