New York State Budget Passes, Funds Education and Rebates Amid GOP Criticism

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed New York’s $254.3 billion state budget after a five-week delay, touting funds for free school meals, family tax rebates, and a classroom phone ban. Democrats praised investments in education and job markets, while Republicans criticized it as wasteful and politically driven. Lawmakers also expressed frustration over the opaque negotiation process. The budget includes aid for SUNY and CUNY, unemployment debt relief, and controversial legal reimbursements for officials.

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Source: Rochester First