New York’s safety net programs are at risk of severe cuts under the proposed federal budget deal, which threatens to slash funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and the Essential Plan. The reductions could leave millions of low-income residents struggling to afford food and healthcare as critical support systems weaken. Advocates warn the changes may deepen economic hardship for vulnerable populations already facing financial strain. Lawmakers are now debating whether to shield these programs from the proposed reductions before the budget takes effect.
New York faces $12 billion safety net cliff with OBBBA slashing SNAP, Essential Plan NEWS10 ABC
