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

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) 2007-2008

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Women, Infants and Children (WIC) 2007-2008

Appropriation Level: $5,000,000 in TANF funds.

The New York State WIC Program provides approximately $400 million per year in benefits. The program is authorized to serve approximately 485,000 participants, women, infants and children whose income is less than 185 percent of the federal poverty level applicable to the family size involved, through 100 local agencies operating approximately 565 service sites that employ over 1,500 staff. The Program distributes approximately two million food checks monthly, which are redeemed at participating retail food vendors and pharmacies under contract with one of the designated NYS WIC Vendor Management Agencies (VMAs).

Performance Management and Accountability Matrix

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