How Children and Families Fared in the NYS 2025-26 Budget
Budget Analysis & Priorities
The FY26 Budget made substantial enhancements to the Empire State Child Tax Credit, and funded universal school …
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Our Policy Work.
Fighting for a New York that puts children first
Fighting for a New York that puts children first
Our policy team calls attention to the most pressing issues impacting children and families by analyzing budgets, developing policy priorities, working closely with coalitions and partners throughout the state, and advocating directly with elected leaders to make policy change. Through this work, we ensure government leaders prioritize policies, budgets and legislation that make New York a better place for children and families.
Our Latest Policy Publications
Important NYC Education Programs Must Receive Adequate, Long-term Funding
Testimony & Public Comments
On Tuesday, May 20, Associate Executive Director of Policy Alice Bufkin, Senior Policy Asso …
Read MoreImproved Access and Increased Investments for Youth Programming and Family Services Supports Communi…
Data Resources
On Monday, May 19 CCC Senior Policy Advocate Caitlyn Passaretti gave oral and written testimony …
Read MoreChild Well-being in NYC Requires Housing, Food, Child Welfare, and Youth Support Investment
Testimony & Public Comments
On Friday. May 16, CCC's Policy Team co-submitted testimony to the New York City Council for an Executive Budget Hearing …
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