The Governor is threatening summer youth employment programs throughout the state by cutting $10 million in funding from the program, announced Assemblymember Kevin A. Cahill (D-Ulster and Dutchess). The loss in funding would result in over 10,000 fewer jobs statewide than last year and 65 jobs lost locally. "That means those 65 young people will not have access to a program that has proven successful in our communities," Assemblymember Cahill said.
"We can’t go backwards, especially when it comes to our children," Assemblymember Cahill said. "These programs don’t just provide a paycheck; they open doors for young men and women by teaching them vital skills."
Last year, the Legislature successfully fought the Governor’s cuts to this program and helped provide over 26,000 summer jobs.
"Jobs provide teens with the chance to learn responsibility, teamwork and appropriate work conduct, while also allowing them to contribute to their families, communities and local economies," Mr. Cahill said. "We need to invest in their futures, not cut funding that offers them a chance to succeed. I fought the Governor’s cuts to this program last year, and rest assured I am prepared to fight again this year," he concluded.
- Cahill: Assembly Budget Increases Education Funding, Protects Mental Health Services and Provides Mandate Relief
- Cahill Wins Funding Pledge for Belleayre Ski Center Within Assembly Budget Proposal
- Assembly Insurance Chair Cahill Holds Roundtable Discussions on Coverage in the Event of Disaster
- Statement by Assemblyman Kevin Cahill on the Passing of Thomas Roach
- Assemblymember Cahill Helps to Pass Assembly Hydrofracking Moratorium