Last week, the NYS Senate and Assembly released their one-house budgets, proposing a 4% targeted inflationary increase for OPWDD-funded services—higher than the Governor’s 1.7% proposal. One-house budgets include wage requirements for staff, but CCOs are excluded.
These budgets are just a starting point, and final numbers may change. Your voice matters! Visit the DDAWNY Advocacy Page to use one-click tools, call or email your elected officials, or schedule an office visit. Every action counts in shaping the final budget for I/DD services!