Federal Government Shutdown

On November 6, 2025, a U.S. District Court ordered the federal government to issue full November SNAP benefit payments to eligible households. New York has begun issuing full SNAP benefits to all eligible households. Some New Yorkers could have access to their benefits as soon as Sunday, November 9, and all are expected to receive their full benefits by the end of the week. For more information, visit: otda.ny.gov/shutdown-resources

Last updated: November 8, 2025, 3:40 PM

Refugee Services (RS)

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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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