Federal Government Shutdown

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown and the lack of federal funding, the start of applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) has been delayed until further notice. The shutdown is not yet affecting other programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance — including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Applications for Public Assistance and SNAP 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 could be delayed. This message will be updated as additional information becomes available.

Call your member of Congress now to let them know how these cuts would impact you, your family, and your community..

Last updated: October 23, 2025, 9:10 AM

Housing and Support Services (HSS)

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Capital Program Unit (CPU)
The Capital Program Unit (CPU) administers the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP), which provides capital grants and loans to not-for-profit corporations, charitable and religious organizations, municipalities and public corporations to acquire, construct or rehabilitate housing for persons who are homeless and are unable to secure adequate housing without special assistance. CPU also administers special purpose appropriations for capital development, such as the Medicaid Redesign Team (MRT) initiative.
Homeless Housing and Assistance Corporation (HHAC)
The New York State Homeless Housing and Assistance Corporation (HHAC) is a public benefit corporation formed in 1990 for the purposes of administering the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program.
Services Program Unit (SPU)
The Services Program Unit (SPU) administers several programs to address homelessness and to alleviate at-risk causes for households threatened with housing loss. Together with our partners, municipalities and not-for-profit agencies, the programs provide essential services to stabilize housing and increase levels of self-sufficiency.

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