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Advocacy and Public Policy News

Advocacy and Public Policy News

State Legislature Passes Budget Extender, Signaling Delayed SFY 2026-27 Budget

NYS budget deadline extended to April 7, 2026. Your advocacy remains critical!

March 31, 2026

Advocacy and Public Policy News

Continue to Send Digital Advocacy Letters!

With NYS budget work expected to continue past the April 1st deadline, it is crucial that we maintain the urgency and frequency of our budget message and requests. Use these links to contact elected officials today!

March 31, 2026

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Join Us in DC for LeadingAge National Leadership Summit and Lobby Day!

Register today!

March 31, 2026

Advocacy and Public Policy News

ACTION ALERT: Bring Your Advocacy to Social Media for Final Days of Budget Fight!

A key method to capture legislative leaders’ attention over the next few days will be through social media. Please join LeadingAge NY in a social media campaign urging the State to “Stop the Crisis and Fully Fund Long-Term Care!”

March 26, 2026

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Phone Call Day of Action Set for Tomorrow, March 4th!

All LeadingAge NY members are strongly encouraged to call state legislative offices on the morning of Wed., March 4th.

March 3, 2026

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ACTION ALERT: One Week Left Until We See One-House Budget Proposals!

Please send digital letters to legislators, and share the links with your colleagues, board members, and volunteers. This is a critical moment to keep the funding needs of long-term care and aging services providers top of mind for decision-makers.

March 3, 2026

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Governor Releases 30-Day Executive Budget Amendments

The amendments include some new spending, but unfortunately, the investments are not directed toward long-term care or aging services providers.

February 24, 2026

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Updated Digital Budget Letters Now Available!

Please continue to send these digital advocacy letters to state legislators and the Governor, urging them to fund long-term care in the NYS budget. New nursing home letters now available!

February 16, 2026

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LeadingAge NY President and CEO Testifies at State Health Budget Hearing

LeadingAge NY President and CEO Sebrina Barrett testified at the Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Health/Medicaid today, calling for meaningful investments dedicated to long-term care and aging services.

February 10, 2026

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Governor Signs Medical Aid in Dying Bill

The law includes conscience exemptions and takes effect in August.

February 10, 2026
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