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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Ordering OTDA Publications

You may order the below publications in print format and have them shipped directly to you using our publications order form. Please allow 3 weeks for processing.

General Publications

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Child Support

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

WorkPays NY (Work Supports)

myBenefits.ny.gov

Refugee Services (RS)

State Supplement Program (SSP)

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