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 representative now to let them know how these cuts would impact you, your family, and your community.

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

Reasonable Accommodation

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Reasonable Accommodation

The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. To this end, it is OTDA policy to provide reasonable accommodation in all its accommodations, programs and services.

The Agency's Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator (ADA Coordinator) is identified below. If you require accommodation for an OTDA program or service, please submit a request to:

Deborah Pariseau, DRA/ADA Coordinator

Bureau of Human Resources
Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Floor 12B, 40 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12243

Phone: 518-474-7284
Fax: 518-473-8590
Email: accessibility@otda.ny.gov

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