2013 FreshConnect Farmers’ Market Program

Governor Cuomo announced $285,000 in available funding for the third year of the “FreshConnect” program, which brings fresh food from New York farms to underserved communities throughout the state. To find out how you can get involved visit www.agriculture.ny.gov/RFPS.html.

NYS Sandy Recovery Team

The State of New York, local governments and its partners are now accepting registrations for housing and small business assistance for residents located in disaster-declared counties. Click here to learn more and to register.

State of the State & Budget Tour

The Governor is traveling the state delivering his 2013 State of the State and budget message directly to the people. Learn more about the Governor's agenda.

Modernizing and Rightsizing NYS Government

The Spending and Government Efficiency (SAGE) Commission has released its final report identifying initiatives that are expected to save our state over $1.6 billion once fully implemented, improve service to citizens and businesses, and increase transparency and accountability.

Governor Cuomo Unveils 2013-14 Executive Budget

This year’s proposed budget builds on two years of balanced, fiscally responsible budgeting and invests in economic development, education reform, rebuilding after Superstorm Sandy, as well as providing support to local governments and school districts with no new taxes or fees.

Open Budget Online Transparency Portal Launches

OPENBUDGET.ny.gov provides unprecedented access and transparency to state budget information, including appropriations, budgeted and actual spending, charts, and historical budget information. Explore the easy-to-use tools.

The NY SAFE Act

View more information and answers to frequently asked questions about the NY SAFE Act, enacted January 15th.

Governor Signs Groundbreaking NY SAFE Act

Learn more about the legislation that will put in place the toughest gun law