Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

signed · New York · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 8413: Enacts the "City of Dunkirk Revenue Anticipation Note Refinancing Act"; makes an appropriation therefor

Enacts the "City of Dunkirk Revenue Anticipation Note Refinancing Act" to authorize a loan to be made from the state to the city of Dunkirk (Part A); makes an appropriation therefor (Part B).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state loan to city via appropriation, directly involving state fiscal management and budget allocation.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 495: Relates to medical use of psilocybin; appropriation

This bill establishes a legal framework for the medical use of psilocybin (a psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms) in New York State. It creates a "psilocybin assisted therapy grant program" to fund treatment for veterans, first responders, retired first responders, and low-income individuals through certified facilitators (mental health professionals who complete state-approved training). The law defines medical psilocybin, sets requirements for treatment settings and facilitator certification, and includes legal protections against penalties for those using it under the program. It also mandates a two-year department report on the program's implementation and establishes a pilot program for naturally grown psilocybin. The bill makes a specific appropriation to fund the grant program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for psilocybin therapy grants, funding essential mental health services for veterans, first responders, and low-income individuals.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds psilocybin therapy for veterans, first responders, and low-income individuals through certified facilitators, expanding access to mental health services.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates psilocybin therapy grant program specifically funding treatment for veterans as part of mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5996: Requires the establishment of a legislative child care facility for use by members and staff of the legislature

Requires the establishment of a legislative child care facility for use of members and staff of the legislature to be located in a part of the empire state plaza complex that has legislative offices and to be contracted by a private child care provider; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for a legislative child care facility, directly funding a new budget line item under state appropriations.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4064: Enacts the "Michael K. Williams law" to establish a grant program to incentivize counties and municipalities to reduce prison populations

Enacts the "Michael K. Williams law" to establish a grant program to incentivize counties and municipalities to reduce prison populations; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for a grant program to reduce prison populations, directly funding a state budget initiative under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes grant program to incentivize reducing prison populations, a direct criminal justice reform measure advancing reduction efforts.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 996: Directs the division of criminal justice services to establish the safer communities grant program; and makes an appropriation therefor

Directs the division of criminal justice services to establish the safer communities grant program making grants available to investigative or prosecutorial entities involved with cases of homicides, rapes, sexual assaults, kidnappings, and non-fatal shootings; requires a report to the legislature; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes an appropriation to fund the safer communities grant program, directly allocating state budget resources for public safety services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes grant program for law enforcement handling violent crimes, directly funding criminal justice initiatives to improve case resolution and public safety outcomes.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3453: Requires the state to enter into an agreement with the Rand Corporation to conduct a study of the impact the 2020 Discovery Reform legislation has had on the handling of criminal cases

Requires the state to enter into an agreement with the Rand Corporation to conduct a study of the impact of the 2020 Discovery Reform legislation enacted by Part HHH of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020 has had on the handling and disposition of criminal cases; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly makes an appropriation (funds) for a state study, directly impacting government spending allocation per Budget & Taxes topic definition.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeStudy evaluates 2020 Discovery Reform impact, supporting criminal justice reform assessment and potential enhancements.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3855: Enacts the HOPE pilot program; appropriation

Enacts the HOPE pilot program; allows households to apply for multiple food and anti-poverty benefits simultaneously online and enable families to work with nonprofit and government agencies to enact action plans to boost their long-term self-sufficiency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds via appropriation for HOPE pilot program providing anti-poverty and food benefits, increasing government spending on public services within budget/taxes topic.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 178: Establishes a school air conditioning system grant program; makes an appropriation therefor

Establishes a school air conditioning system grant program to provide schools with funding to install air conditioning systems in certain areas; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes specific appropriation to fund school AC systems, directly increasing public service spending under state budget management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides direct funding (grant program) for school infrastructure (air conditioning systems), advancing school environment and operations per education support indicators.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1246: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year for services and expenses of senate priorities for housing initiatives

Senate Resolution 1246 requires the Senate to approve a detailed spending plan before allocating $315,000 in state funds for housing initiatives during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It mandates that the plan - approved by the Senate President and Budget Director - must list specific grantees and exact funding amounts, rather than using a general allocation method. The resolution directly affects 10 housing organizations, including Neighborhood Housing Services of Brooklyn and West Bronx Housing Center, which are each allocated specific sums (e.g., $100,000 for West Bronx Housing Center). This process ensures Senate oversight through a majority vote on a formal resolution before funds are disbursed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $315k for housing initiatives via detailed grantee list, requiring Senate approval of specific funding amounts, strengthening fiscal accountability for public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $315,000 for housing initiatives via specific grantees, directly funding housing programs as required by Senate Resolution 1246.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4220: Establishes the fire station construction grant program and the fire station construction fund; and makes an appropriation therefor

This bill creates a state grant program to help fire departments fund construction or major renovations of fire stations. It establishes a dedicated $10 million "fire station construction fund" to cover up to 75% of eligible project costs for qualified fire departments (including volunteer and paid departments). To qualify, applicants must demonstrate specific need, show they have other funding secured, and prove the project will improve operational efficiency. The program requires competitive applications with strict criteria, prioritizing aging stations and communities with limited resources, while excluding planning or feasibility studies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a $10 million dedicated fund for fire station construction grants, funding essential public safety infrastructure through new government appropriations.90% confidence

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