The Network’s Statement in Response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2026 State of the State Address and Book
Jan.13.2026
The Governor’s State of the State agenda includes important policy proposals that recognize the essential role supportive housing plays in New York’s housing, health, and homelessness response systems.
Continue Reading …Mayor Adams and City Council Reach Deal on $115.9 Billion FY26 Adopted Budget
Jul.01.2025
On June 30th, City Council voted to approve the $115.9 billion FY26 Adopted Budget up from $112.4 billion in the FY25 Adopted Budget, and increased from $114.5 billion proposed in the FY26 Preliminary Budget.
Continue Reading …FY 2025-26 Adopted State Budget Analysis
May.15.2025
The FY 25-26 State Budget has passed on May 8th, 2025. The Network appreciates the support of our key advocacy priorities. Read our statement here.
Continue Reading …City Council Response to the Mayor’s FY26 Preliminary Budget
Apr.08.2025
On April 1, 2025, the New York City Council released its response to the Mayor's FY26 Preliminary Budget, proposing an additional $4.4 billion in expense spending to fill budget gaps, reverse cuts, and boost funding for critical programs. They're also recommending $2.8 billion for capital investments and plan to use a $1.9 billion surplus to meet emerging needs and build up reserves for unexpected risks.
Continue Reading …The Network Hosts #HandsOffHousing Rally
Mar.24.2025
On March 21st the Network hosted a #HandsOffHousing Rally with a coalition of housing advocates and tenant leaders on the steps of City Hall to demand that DOGE halt its attempts to gut HUD and rollback critical housing funding.
Continue Reading …One House Budgets Released
Mar.11.2025
We are deeply grateful for the recognition of supportive housing in the one-house budget resolutions released by the Senate and Assembly leadership, which include significant additional investments to house and protect New Yorkers who have experienced homelessness and are at risk.
Continue Reading …FY 2025 New York State Budget Passes
Apr.22.2024
The New York State FY 2025 budget was signed by the Governor on April 20th It continues the state's full commitment to the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative, a 15-year plan to develop 20,000 units of supportive housing. The budget also continues funding for year three of the five-year affordable housing plan to create and preserve 100,000 affordable homes – including funds to preserve supportive housing.
Continue Reading …HCR 9% Multifamily Awards Announced
Mar.27.2024
New York State Homes and Community Renewal recently announced the fall 2023 9% Multifamily Awards. Supportive Housing projects featured prominently this year, 17 out of the 29 (59%) projects have ESSHI supportive housing units. Supportive housing units accounted for over 25% of the total funded units (468/1852).
Continue Reading …ESSHI Conditional Awards Announced
Mar.05.2024
On February 2nd, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the eighth round of conditional Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) awards comprised of 22 proposed projects, with 4,839 supportive units.
Continue Reading …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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