Federal Government Shutdown

Programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance – including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – are not immediately affected by the federal government shutdown and are continuing to operate. Benefits will continue to be provided, and use of benefit cards are not impacted by the shutdown. Additionally, applications for these programs overseen by OTDA will continue to be accepted at this time. This message will be updated if additional information becomes available.

Last updated: October 1, 2025, 9:10 AM

OTDA's Public Benefits Survey

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Thank you for your interest in OTDA's New York State Public Benefits survey. This survey invites New Yorkers to share their experiences applying for and/or maintaining Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Public Assistance (PA), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Your responses are completely anonymous, and we appreciate your willingness to share your experience applying for or maintaining these benefits. Your responses will inform changes to these vital assistance programs for you and other New Yorkers.

Please take the Public Benefits Survey!

You are also encouraged to contact your local department of social services with any questions or concerns about your public benefit application and case management experience.

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