NYS Budget Director Talks Executive Budget

Hochul’s proposed budget includes massive Medicaid spending, but Dr. Oz could sink NYS’ funding options

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s budget proposal includes a massive boost to Medicaid spending that’s already dramatically outpacing other states -- but Dr. Oz could shake up her plan to tap into a nearly $10 billion trust fund already on New York’s books.

NYS budget director talks executive budget

Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a $260 billion state budget that uses Wall Street bonuses to plug holes left by federal cuts, increases state operating spending by almost 6%, and includes funding for child care, school aid, Medicaid, affordable housing, clean water grants, road repairs, and public safety.

Governor Hochul unveils $260 billion budget proposal for 2027

The Democratic governor’s budget plan emphasizes protecting vulnerable New Yorkers from federal funding cuts without increasing the tax burden on residents.

Hochul unveils $260B executive budget as negotiations set to begin

Governor says $260 billion budget proposal will expand access to mental health services, child care and housing.

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Response Following Governor Hochul’s Executive Budget Proposal

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is responding today following New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s presentation of the Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Budget proposal in Albany. The Governor’s $260 billion budget outlines her administration’s fiscal agenda and priorities for the 2026-2027 budget year, and includes significant investments in childcare, education, and public safety, committed in the Governor’s State of the Sta…

Unveiling $260B budget, Hochul talks economic development

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $260 billion New York State budget emphasizes affordability measures and economic development investments without raising taxes.