New YorkA 107602025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 7, 2026

Sponsored By: J. Gary Pretlow (Democratic)

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

10 provisions identified: 7 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.

State worker pay and benefits covered

If you work for the state, your pay for April 1–7, 2026 is covered. The law provides $247.9 million to issue those checks, including older payroll liabilities. It also sets aside $22.5 million for employer Social Security, a commuter mobility tax, and some defined‑contribution plan costs. This keeps your pay and benefits on schedule.

Medicaid funding for hospitals and long-term care

Beginning April 1, 2026, the law funds Medicaid hospital care, clinics, nursing homes, and long‑term care. About $170 million supports long‑term care, $35.7 million supports nursing homes, $24.2 million supports inpatient hospital care, and $14.2 million supports clinics. Safety‑net hospital awards follow commissioner criteria. This helps keep core Medicaid care available.

Medicaid support for outpatient, transport, and care

Beginning April 1, 2026, the law funds outpatient and community Medicaid supports. It provides $7.249 million for outpatient and ER care, $10.332 million for transportation, $79,000 for dental, and $20.604 million for non‑institutional services that can include school health claims. It sets aside $3.77 million for health homes and $155.71 million in grants for managed care, primary care access, planning, and health IT. This helps Medicaid patients get to appointments, see doctors, and receive coordinated care.

More money for unemployment benefits

Beginning April 1, 2026, $135 million goes into the Unemployment Insurance Benefit Fund. The money pays state unemployment benefits and federally authorized programs like disaster or extended benefits. This keeps approved weekly checks going to eligible unemployed workers.

Medicaid spending capped for 2026-27

For April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, state‑funded Medicaid spending is capped at $36.0992 billion. If projections go over, officials can change reimbursements or suspend some benefits or timeframes to stay under the cap, while seeking federal approvals when needed. The Budget Director may adjust the cap for items like federal match changes, minimum wage costs, or disasters. This limit can affect payments and access for Medicaid enrollees statewide.

More funding for OPWDD services and housing

Beginning April 1, 2026, $10.098 million supports community services for people with developmental disabilities. The money can reimburse local agencies, give three‑month advances, and fund respite, home changes, and direct housing help. Loans or grants for supportive housing can carry an OPWDD lien for up to 30 years. Separate line items also fund residential, day programs, family support, and employment services, with a small transfer allowed to a related vocational program.

Overdue SNAP or WIC benefits paid

Beginning April 1, 2026, $6.42 million in federal funds pays food and nutrition benefits that were already owed. This covers SNAP and WIC payments that had accrued. Eligible households continue to get the benefits they are due.

Medicaid prescription funding with approval checks

Beginning April 1, 2026, the state provides $71.926 million for Medicaid pharmacy services. Any drug not already allowed by law, rule, or regulation needs Budget Director approval before money can be used. This supports prescriptions but adds an approval check on some drugs.

Small boost for homeless veterans' housing

Beginning April 1, 2026, $36,000 supports housing help for homeless veterans and benefits advising. The money comes from the Homeless Veterans Assistance Fund. It backs services for veterans at risk of homelessness.

One-week emergency budget and spending rules

The state sets aside $10 million to pay vendor and other non‑payroll bills from April 1–7, 2026. Agencies must get a Budget Director approval certificate before spending under this act; the Legislature and Judiciary are exempt. When the final budget passes, the Comptroller moves these emergency charges into it. The law takes effect now and is treated as in force since April 1, 2026.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

J. Gary Pretlow
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 60 • No: 0

House vote • 3/31/2026

FLOOR Vote