NYS Assembly Approves Temporary Budget Extender Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Assembly members to take a day off for the solar eclipse, sparking debate on legislative priorities.

State Assembly passes a temporary spending measure to extend state funding through Thursday, as budget talks extend into the second week.
Assembly members to skip Monday's session to watch the solar eclipse, raising questions about priorities.
The Senate plans to return Sunday evening and vote on the budget extension Monday, without altering its schedule for the eclipse.
Governor Hochul and legislative leaders continue negotiations over the weekend, aiming to resolve key issues including education spending and housing policy.
The budget delay affects various sectors, including education, housing, and child care, with negotiations also touching on illegal cannabis dealers and retail theft.