State Passes Third Budget Extender, Delaying Budget Deadline Until April 16th
(April 14, 2026) On Mon., April 13th, the NYS Legislature passed a third state budget extension, effective through Thurs., April 16th. This is the shortest budget extension passed so far this year, extending the April 14th deadline by only two days. LeadingAge NY is hearing that the pace of three-way budget negotiations between the Governor and Legislature continues to be slow, which means that a fourth budget extension by the end of the week will be likely.
Major sticking points in the final budget include proposals to address affordability issues for New Yorkers, including lowering car insurance premiums, amending climate laws, and increasing the supply of new homes. The Legislature is still on recess until Mon., April 20th, though legislators have been called back to Albany multiple times in the past two weeks to negotiate, conference, and extend the budget.
As budget talks proceed, LeadingAge NY continues to actively engage with lawmakers and state officials, ensuring that the needs of our members remain a priority in the final budget. We also are continuing our advocacy in the press. On Wed., April 8th, the Times Union published an op-ed written by LeadingAge NY President and CEO Sebrina Barrett. In the piece, Barrett highlights the role that nursing homes play in overall community wellness, calling nursing homes “a cornerstone of our health care system…Without them, hospitals become overcrowded, families are left scrambling, and vulnerable individuals have nowhere to turn.” Barrett reiterates the need for increased state funding to support struggling nursing homes, including $750 million for nursing homes in the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026-27 budget and full restoration of recent capital reimbursement cuts.
We will continue to keep members updated on the pace of budget negotiations as the State works toward a final spending agreement for SFY 2026-27. In the meantime, we ask you to please continue to use your voice to keep the pressure on policymakers, using the tools below:
- Advocate with us on social media.
- Send advocacy letters to state legislators and the Governor.
- Share recent news articles directly with your legislators (links available in Legislative Bulletin).
Thank you for continuing your budget advocacy throughout this extended process. Your continued involvement is critical to our success in the final budget.
Contact: Sarah Daly, sdaly@leadingageny.org