Federal Government Shutdown

Programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance – including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – are not immediately affected by the federal government shutdown and are continuing to operate. Benefits will continue to be provided, and use of benefit cards are not impacted by the shutdown. Additionally, applications for these programs overseen by OTDA will continue to be accepted at this time. This message will be updated if additional information becomes available.

Last updated: October 1, 2025, 9:10 AM

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Policy Directives

Provide local social services districts and other interested parties informed about current OTDA program policy and procedures impacting OTDA programs.

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Rule Review

OTDA's list of rules that were reviewed in 2024 and rules that will be reviewed in 2025 can be found on pages 65 through 71 of the attached New York State Register. Note: Please utilize the page numbers found within the New York State Register when locating the Rule Review.

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Guidance Documents

OTDA's List of Guidance Documents on which the agency currently relies can be found on pages 73 through 127 of the attached New York State Register. Note: Please utilize the page numbers found within the New York State Register when locating the Guidance Documents.

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