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Hochul Faces Budget Stalemate Amid Spending Package Disputes

4/15/2026

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is in a budget stalemate with lawmakers in its second week.
Deputy Senate Majority Leader Michael Gianaris accused Hochul of blocking a $263 billion spending package.
Gianaris also criticized Hochul's car insurance reform plan, saying it won't lower rates.
The delay also stems from disputes over Hochul's climate law proposals.
Lawmakers have passed three temporary funding measures, with the latest set to expire Thursday.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is in a budget stalemate with lawmakers in its second week.
Deputy Senate Majority Leader Michael Gianaris accused Hochul of blocking a $263 billion spending package.
Gianaris also criticized Hochul's car insurance reform plan, saying it won't lower rates.
The delay also stems from disputes over Hochul's climate law proposals.
Lawmakers have passed three temporary funding measures, with the latest set to expire Thursday.