Budget Policy Negotiations See Progress

Introduction to Budget Negotiations

The budget for the 2026 fiscal year was delayed by over 25 days, with lawmakers passing several extenders to keep the government running. The negotiations were longer than last year due to certain policy items included in the budget.

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Policy Items and Their Impact

This week on Empire State Weekly, Blair Horner, a senior policy advisor for the New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG), explained the budget would likely be passed sooner if specific policy items were not included. However, he said that the governor acted within her powers to include those items in the budget.

Immigration Policy Impacts

Also this week, Cianna Freeman-Tolbert, an immigration law expert with Osterman, Whiteman and Hanna, explained how federal immigration policy continues to impact many across New York. She stated that she urges her clients to not attend protests in order to avoid interactions with law enforcement that could jeopardize their immigration status.

Watching Empire State Weekly

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Conclusion

The progress in budget policy negotiations marks a significant step forward, despite the delays and challenges posed by the inclusion of specific policy items. Understanding the intricacies of these negotiations and their impacts on various aspects of society, including immigration, is crucial for a comprehensive view of the state’s fiscal and legislative landscape.

FAQs

• Q: What caused the delay in the budget for the 2026 fiscal year?
  A: The delay was due to certain policy items included in the budget, which prolonged the negotiations.
• Q: How do federal immigration policies affect New York residents?
  A: Federal immigration policies can significantly impact individuals in New York, particularly in terms of interactions with law enforcement that could jeopardize their immigration status.
• Q: Where can I watch Empire State Weekly?
  A: You can watch Empire State Weekly in your area of New York by checking the local listings provided.
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