Capital Region Democratic Senator Pat Fahy weighs in on late budget negotiations

New York State lawmakers blew past a deadline this week to approve a budget for the new fiscal year that began Tuesday. Before leaving Albany, they passed a second budget extender to give more time to work out policy issues. Democrats who control the legislature and Governor Kathy Hochul continue to negotiate behind closed doors. The governor is hoping to include some key policies in the spending plan. The extension runs through Monday and ensures state payroll goes out on time. I spoke with Capital Region Senator Pat Fahy, a Democrat from the 46^th District, about what New Yorkers can expect — and when.