The New York state Legislature on Thursday passed a fourth state budget extension — now more than two weeks past the budget’s deadline — which was sent to Gov. Kathy Hochul for her signature.
The extender runs through April 20 and ensures the state can cover essential expenses and make payroll deadlines. The budget was due April 1.
Differences between the governor and state legislative leaders continue, though state Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie told Spectrum News 1 in recent days that he felt conversations were moving along on multiple fronts.
Still, there are frustrations among some members about the slow process. Some members of
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