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Comptroller DiNapoli Urges Caution Amid $3B Budget Surplus

2/16/2025

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New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli raised alarms over Governor Kathy Hochul's budget, highlighting the threat of federal cuts. He challenged the decision to allocate a $3 billion surplus for inflation rebate checks, advocating for a more strategic approach. DiNapoli stressed the urgency of long-term planning to tackle a looming $27 billion budget gap and secure fiscal stability.

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New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli raised alarms over Governor Kathy Hochul's budget, highlighting the threat of federal cuts. He challenged the decision to allocate a $3 billion surplus for inflation rebate checks, advocating for a more strategic approach. DiNapoli stressed the urgency of long-term planning to tackle a looming $27 billion budget gap and secure fiscal stability.