5 things to know about how policy issues  can delay state budget:
Disagreements over policy issues included in the state budget have contributed its approval being more than three weeks late.
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Disagreements over policy issues included in the state budget have contributed its approval being more than three weeks late.
Health care industry officials and labor unions are warning hospitals could close without more spending.
The funds must be used within four categories — to replace lost revenue, address public health issues, provide premium pay for essential workers and boost infrastructure — but municipalities have great latitude for spending within those classifications.
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Both Democrats and Republicans are voicing issues about Governor Kathy Hochul's budget proposal, particularly raising taxes and increased spending.