NYLPI

We urge @GovKathyHochul and the Legislature to ensure full IOLA funding is included in the final enacted budget. New Yorkers facing legal crises deserve nothing less.

We’re grateful to the NY Legislature for restoring full funding for the IOLA Fund in their one-house budget proposals. Civil legal services help New Yorkers facing eviction, domestic violence, immigration challenges and more access justice when it matters most. 🧵

IOLA funding does not come from taxpayer dollars. It comes from interest earned on attorney escrow accounts and is dedicated by law to supporting civil legal services for low-income New Yorkers.

Thank you to legislative leaders who helped make this possible – including @AndreaSCousins, @LizKrueger, @LuisSepulvedaNY, @CharlesDLavine, @JGPretlow, and Speaker Carl Heastie – for prioritizing access to justice.

Both houses restored IOLA to $102.5M, and the Senate proposal goes further with an additional $50M investment in civil legal services, bringing the total to $152.5M.

🚨 New York must restore full IOLA funding in the final budget. @GovKathyHochul’s 30-day amendments did NOT provide the full $102.5M requested for the IOLA Fund – putting civil legal services at risk. Send a letter now: actionnetwork.org/letters/restor…

@EnvDefenseFund @SenatorHarckham Climate resilience matters deeply for the communities we serve!

"Senate passage of the Climate Resilient New York Act is an exciting step forward in building a stronger, more climate-ready New York." @EnvDefenseFund Thanks @SenatorHarckham & cosponsors for helping move this critical resilience effort forward bit.ly/4ubaXkz

🚨 New York must restore full IOLA funding in the final budget. @GovKathyHochul’s 30-day amendments did NOT provide the full $102.5M requested for the IOLA Fund – putting civil legal services at risk. Send a letter now:  actionnetwork.org/letters/restor…

This is NOT taxpayer money. IOLA funds come from interest on attorney escrow accounts and are held by statute solely to support civil legal services for low-income New Yorkers. Send a letter now:  actionnetwork.org/letters/restor…

New Yorkers are coming together to defend our communities. On March 10, advocates from across the state will gather in Albany to call on Governor Hochul to prioritize people over corporate interests. Join us. RSVP: bit.ly/defend-ny-3-10

March 10 in Albany. NYLPI is joining partners to demand accountability and defend our communities. Join us. RSVP here: bit.ly/defend-ny-3-10

Read the full NYLPI report: nylpi.org/wp-content/upl…

For-hire vehicles are a major part of transportation in NY — but only 7% of NYC’s fleet is wheelchair accessible. Our new report shows riders who need accessible vehicles face longer waits and unavailable rides statewide. Coverage by @THECITYNY: thecity.nyc/2026/02/17/whe…

The Executive Budget funds IOLA nearly 25% below what’s needed—forcing cuts to civil legal services across New York. This funding isn’t taxpayer money and can still be fixed. Take action now: send letters to the Governor and legislators. actionnetwork.org/letters/fully-…

Civil legal services keep New Yorkers housed and supported. @GovKathyHochul Executive Budget leaves IOLA nearly $25M short—threatening jobs and services statewide. The @QueensEagle front page shows what’s at stake: (Page 16): static1.squarespace.com/static/5b9ffe0…

We’re one week away from Daniel’s Law Advocacy Day. In Daniel Prude’s memory, we’re calling for the passage of Daniel’s Law to ensure mental health crises are met with care—not police. 📍 Jan 27 | Albany Transportation + food provided. 👉 RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Thank you to @GovKathyHochul, @LizKrueger, @JoAnneSimonBK52 and @PatriciaFahy46 for bringing this bill over the finish line that will lower bills and reduce climate pollution in NY. #heatpumpsnotpipelines

Last week, 200+ New Yorkers gathered in Albany to urge @GovKathyHochul: Repeal the 100 foot rule and lower our energy bills! #CleanerHeatLowerBills #HeatpumpsNotPipelines

New York made major climate progress this year, but we need to defend it! On Dec 11, we’re gathering in Albany to urge @GovKathyHochul to sign the 100-Foot Rule Repeal. RSVP: bit.ly/RHN-NY