Last night, Governor Hochul announced the details of an alleged budget agreement reached with state leaders. Her announcement was sparse on details on education and failed to address child care altogether. As we await further information, it’s evident that our fight isn’t over. It’s crucial to recognize that the Governor does not pass the budget … Continue reading Prioritize Our Racial and Economic Issues Now!
Progressive advocates call for higher taxes on high earners in New York
On Tax Day, advocates in New York State, including Michael Kink, executive director of Strong Economy for All, member of the Invest in Our New York coalition, called for higher taxes on the highest earners to address tax revenue and spending priorities. Listen to the full video clip.
Secure $500M Fund for NY Child Care Workers Now!
Even though the Senate and Assembly proposals do not include the $1.2 billion that child care providers needed, they still provide $500 million that is critical for New York’s families and providers. But for that funding to be a meaningful step on the path to universal child care, the budget must make a permanent investment in the … Continue reading Secure $500M Fund for NY Child Care Workers Now!
Demand a Just Budget for Our Schools
Yesterday, along with the Invest in Our New York campaign, we were up in Albany telling the Governor, State Assembly, and State Senate that it’s time to pass a just budget that taxes the ultra-rich and invests in our public schools, our child care workforce, and our working class communities. This week, as New York … Continue reading Demand a Just Budget for Our Schools
Demand Fair Wages for Child Care Workers
This morning, we are working through the details of the Senate’s one house budget proposal, and analyzing the proposal from the Assembly. So far this is clear: State Legislators recognize that the Governor’s executive budget proposal does not invest enough funding for wages The Senate clearly recognizes the need for additional funding, and even though … Continue reading Demand Fair Wages for Child Care Workers
Time is Running Out: Advocate for School Funding Now!
As budget negotiations heat up, we’re rallying behind Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Heastie as they champion our kids and their public schools. Both chambers’ proposals protected school funding from the Governor’s harmful cuts in their one house budgets, yet there’s more work to be done to fill the funding gaps left by expiring federal … Continue reading Time is Running Out: Advocate for School Funding Now!
The Problem With ‘Affordable’ Child Care
The author makes the argument that the issue with “affordable” child care is that it should actually be free, considering its essential role in supporting families and communities. Unlike public schools or libraries, which are for the most part universally accepted as essential and funded by taxes, child care is often viewed as a private … Continue reading The Problem With ‘Affordable’ Child Care
David Banks on pre-K, 3-K budget restoration: “I have great confidence”
New York City’s schools chancellor addressed City Council concerns over budget cuts, hinting at potential reversals in reductions to early childhood education funding amidst better-than-expected tax revenue projections. He emphasized challenges ahead, including the need to address class size mandates and the looming expiration of federal stimulus funds, warning of inevitable “trade-offs” without additional funding … Continue reading David Banks on pre-K, 3-K budget restoration: “I have great confidence”
How Hochul’s education budget proposal created chaos in one Long Island school district
The Long Beach School District is grappling with potential funding cuts as Governor Hochul’s proposed budget threatens a significant reduction in state aid, leading to fears of school closures and program cuts. Parents, administrators, and lawmakers are mobilizing to address the situation, with efforts to fight the cuts both locally and in Albany. The specific … Continue reading How Hochul’s education budget proposal created chaos in one Long Island school district
Newly Arrived Immigrant Youth Face Challenges to School Enrollment
Advocates assert that the city is failing to adhere to federal law safeguarding the educational entitlements of homeless individuals aged under 21, which mandates immediate school enrollment for young adults. They highlight instances where newly arrived immigrant youth are placed on waitlists, informed of limited availability, or encouraged to pursue the General Educational Development (GED) … Continue reading Newly Arrived Immigrant Youth Face Challenges to School Enrollment