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Hochul's Budget Proposal: $1.7B for Child Care Expansion

1/18/2026

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Summary

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Governor Kathy Hochul will unveil her executive budget proposal detailing spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
The plan follows a year of revenue growth and will be crucial as Hochul seeks re-election.
Key proposals include a $1.7 billion investment in child care and pre-K to expand access for nearly 100,000 children.
The budget also aims to strengthen online protections through the Stop Online Predators Act.

History

Historical Context

In 2007, New York's Court of Appeals mandated significant reforms to the state's education funding system, leading to a $7 billion increase in annual state aid. Governor Andrew Cuomo's 2011 budget reflected this commitment with a $132 billion allocation, including $1.5 billion for education. Today, Governor Kathy Hochul proposes a $1.7 billion investment in child care and pre-K, continuing the focus on educational access and quality.

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Story summary

Governor Kathy Hochul will unveil her executive budget proposal detailing spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
The plan follows a year of revenue growth and will be crucial as Hochul seeks re-election.
Key proposals include a $1.7 billion investment in child care and pre-K to expand access for nearly 100,000 children.
The budget also aims to strengthen online protections through the Stop Online Predators Act.

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