The New York State Division of the Budget plays a pivotal role in supporting the financial and administrative operations of the state government. As a central agency under the Executive Department, the Division is chiefly responsible for developing the Governor’s Executive Budget and overseeing its implementation across all state agencies. It provides fiscal policy advice, economic forecasting, revenue analysis, and performance measurement to ensure the responsible management of taxpayer resources. The Division promotes transparency and accountability in budgeting via open data platforms and public access to financial documents.

With a strong commitment to strategic planning, it helps agencies align their goals with fiscal sustainability, ensuring funds are used effectively to support vital programs like education, public safety, health, and infrastructure. Its collaboration with the legislature, state agencies, and public stakeholders ensures sound budgetary decisions that reflect New York’s economic priorities. The Division is also instrumental in long-term capital planning and debt management. As part of its community responsibility, it facilitates innovation through evidence-based policymaking and performance optimization.

Key Services:

– Preparation and execution of the New York State Executive Budget
– Fiscal policy development and long-term financial planning
– Revenue and economic forecasting
– Oversight of state agency spending and performance
– Capital planning and management of state debt
– Public reporting and open budget data dissemination
– Legislative fiscal analysis and negotiation support
– Program evaluation and performance measurement