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The Network Testifies at the New York State Senate and Assembly Joint Budget Hearing on Human Services image

The Network Testifies at the New York State Senate and Assembly Joint Budget Hearing on Human Services

Feb.01.2024

On January 31st Network State Advocacy Manager Steve Piasecki testified at the New York State Senate Assembly Joint Budget Hearing on Human Services to advocate for the New York State Supportive Housing Program (NYSSHP). Steve stressed that NYSSHP has been left behind, providing annual service funding of just $2,964 for individuals and $3,900 for families, virtually the same per unit rate as when it began nearly 40 years ago and compared that to its successor the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI), which allocates up to $25,000 per unit to cover both social services and rental assistance.

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2023 Tenant of the Year Nominee Celebration

Jan.26.2024

On Thursday, January 25th the Network joined tenants nominated for the Network’s 2023 Outstanding Tenant of the Year award with supportive housing staff at Robin Hood Foundation’s headquarters. 

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Mayor Adams Releases FY 2025 Preliminary Budget image

Mayor Adams Releases FY 2025 Preliminary Budget

Jan.18.2024

On January 16th, Mayor Adams released the FY 25 Preliminary Budget, totaling $109.4 billion-- $2 billion less than the current fiscal year.

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Governor Hochul Releases SFY 2025 Executive Budget

Jan.17.2024

The Governor released the SFY 2025 Executive Budget on January 16th, totaling $233 billion (a 4.5% increase in spending). The Network is continuing to review the details and will follow up as any additional information is revealed.

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The Network’s Statement in Response to Governor Hochul’s FY 2024-2025 Proposed Executive Budget image

The Network’s Statement in Response to Governor Hochul’s FY 2024-2025 Proposed Executive Budget

Jan.16.2024

While we recognize the state’s fiscal constraints and appreciate Governor Hochul’s commitment of critical resources to address the mounting mental health crisis, we are disappointed that her proposed spending plan overlooks the significant role supportive housing plays in protecting the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

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