New York City residents can breathe a sigh of relief as Governor Kathy Hochul's state budget agreement brings much-needed relief to the city's finances. One of the key items included in the agreement is a $1 billion increase in funding for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which will help alleviate some of the strain on the city's aging subway system. Additionally, the budget allocates $1.5 billion for affordable housing initiatives, a significant step towards addressing the city's pressing housing crisis. Furthermore, the agreement includes a provision to provide $500 million in funding for the city's struggling schools, a move that will likely be welcomed by parents and educators alike.


3 key items for New York City in Gov. Hochul's state budget agreement  The Business Journals