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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

Summer Youth Employment (SYEP) SFY 2020-2021

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Summer Youth Employment (SYEP) SFY 2020-2021

Appropriation Level: $45,000,000

SYEP provides summer employment and educational experience that will enable youth to acquire work skills, gain income and participate in activities that support their occupational goals. Eligible participants include youth ages 14 to 20 who are members of families in receipt of public assistance, or members of non-public assistance families with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Program Funding Detail
Program Funding State Fiscal Year Cycle
Summer Youth $12,949,465 SFY 2020-21 5/1/20 - 9/30/20
Transfer to FFFS $2,109,006 SFY 2020-21 10/1/19 - 3/31/23
Total $15,058,471    

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