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

Summer Youth Employment (SYEP) SFY 2019-2020

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Summer Youth Employment (SYEP) SFY 2019-2020

Appropriation Level: $44,000,000

SYEP provides summer employment and educational experience that will enable youth to acquire work skills, gain income and participate in activities that support their occupational goals. Eligible participants include youth ages 14 to 20 who are members of families in receipt of public assistance, or members of non-public assistance families with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Program Funding Detail
Program Funding State Fiscal Year Cycle
Summer Youth $42,770,835 SFY 2019-20 5/1/19 - 9/30/19
Transfer to FFFS $1,035,554 SFY 2019-20 10/1/18 - 3/31/22
Total $43,806,389    

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