Proposed federal cuts could have a devastating effect on public services in New York, including for millions of people in our state who rely on public programs and the jobs of CSEA members who provide them.
The New York State Budget is heavily dependent on federal funding; about 36% of the state budget stems from the federal government. This money supports essential programs such as Medicaid, education, transportation and much more.
Each year, New York receives more than $90 billion in federal aid, helping to fund services that millions of New Yorkers rely on.
As this edition went to press, the New York State Budget, due April 1, was still being finalized. Overall, indications were that the state is fiscally sound with a balanced budget.
This could change dramatically if the rhetoric coming out of Washington D.C. becomes a reality.
Any reductions to federal funding will have a direct trickle-down effect on New York state. Massive cuts, as being discussed by the Trump administration and Congress, would force our state to cut services, increase taxes, or find alternative revenue sources to fill the gap. These cuts would also affect local governments, putting massive strain on their local budgets and services.
The White House and Congress are considering cuts of up to 30% or even 40% of all federal funding.
Specifically, the proposed budget includes at least $880 billion in cuts to health care spending, encompassing Medicaid, and at least $330 billion in cuts to education funding. These reductions threaten the financial stability of hospitals and schools across New York, one of the largest Medicaid recipients in the country.
“We continue to be very troubled by proposals coming from Washington, D.C. to cut federal funding for programs that CSEA members provide across the state,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. “These proposed federal budget cuts would severely affect public services and the job security of our union members.”
There are many who believe these cuts to government will help bring down the national deficit. However, the plans being put forth would actually increase the deficit a significant amount. How is this possible? Congress and the Trump Administration are intent on making permanent the 2017 Trump Tax Law. This would provide the wealthiest Americans with $4.5 trillion in tax cuts. The tax breaks for billions is being offset by the massive gutting of the federal government. It is a one two punch against working people of this country.
CSEA is actively pushing against these efforts to cut federal funding. Members are urged to join the fight to protect vital services that New Yorkers need.
This effort will be ongoing. CSEA will be working with our international union, AFSCME, and other unions and allied organizations.
Proposed federal cuts could have chilling effect on New York
Proposed federal cuts could have a devastating effect on public services in New York, including for millions of people in our state who rely on public programs and the jobs of CSEA members who provide them.
The New York State Budget is heavily dependent on federal funding; about 36% of the state budget stems from the federal government. This money supports essential programs such as Medicaid, education, transportation and much more.
Each year, New York receives more than $90 billion in federal aid, helping to fund services that millions of New Yorkers rely on.
As this edition went to press, the New York State Budget, due April 1, was still being finalized. Overall, indications were that the state is fiscally sound with a balanced budget.
This could change dramatically if the rhetoric coming out of Washington D.C. becomes a reality.
Any reductions to federal funding will have a direct trickle-down effect on New York state. Massive cuts, as being discussed by the Trump administration and Congress, would force our state to cut services, increase taxes, or find alternative revenue sources to fill the gap. These cuts would also affect local governments, putting massive strain on their local budgets and services.
The White House and Congress are considering cuts of up to 30% or even 40% of all federal funding.
Specifically, the proposed budget includes at least $880 billion in cuts to health care spending, encompassing Medicaid, and at least $330 billion in cuts to education funding. These reductions threaten the financial stability of hospitals and schools across New York, one of the largest Medicaid recipients in the country.
“We continue to be very troubled by proposals coming from Washington, D.C. to cut federal funding for programs that CSEA members provide across the state,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. “These proposed federal budget cuts would severely affect public services and the job security of our union members.”
There are many who believe these cuts to government will help bring down the national deficit. However, the plans being put forth would actually increase the deficit a significant amount. How is this possible? Congress and the Trump Administration are intent on making permanent the 2017 Trump Tax Law. This would provide the wealthiest Americans with $4.5 trillion in tax cuts. The tax breaks for billions is being offset by the massive gutting of the federal government. It is a one two punch against working people of this country.
CSEA is actively pushing against these efforts to cut federal funding. Members are urged to join the fight to protect vital services that New Yorkers need.
This effort will be ongoing. CSEA will be working with our international union, AFSCME, and other unions and allied organizations.
Top image: From left, CSEA Metropolitan New York Retirees Local Vice President Kim Gore, President Roslyn Taylor and activist Althea Green joined our union family at a rally and march in Lower Manhattan calling for no cuts to working people to fund billionaire tax breaks. At the federal level, billions in cuts to Medicaid and other social services threatens vital services and essential public and private sector jobs.
