New York State lawmakers have narrowly approved a 12th budget extender, temporarily averting a government shutdown and buying lawmakers more time to finalize a new state budget. The measure, which extends the current budget through June 30th, passed with a slim margin in the state Assembly and Senate. Despite the temporary reprieve, lawmakers still face a looming deadline to pass a comprehensive budget, which will need to address pressing issues such as education funding, healthcare, and economic development. As the clock ticks down, pressure is mounting on lawmakers to reach a bipartisan agreement and avoid further disruptions to state government services.
State lawmakers pass a 12th budget extender WXXI News
