Provides that state-funded SUNY programs shall be reimbursed at no less than 26% of the direct costs; allows state agencies to fund SUNY programs where such state agencies determine that such program would produce administrative efficiencies or cost savings.
Impact
This legislation, if enacted, could significantly alter the financial landscape for SUNY programs by guaranteeing a minimum reimbursement standard from state agencies. This financial reassurance is critical for program planning and operation, allowing for more consistent budgeting and resource allocation. Furthermore, by potentially reducing the reliance on external funding or complex funding structures, this bill could enhance the capacity of SUNY to deliver educational programs effectively and efficiently.
Summary
Bill A09034 addresses the funding structure for programs conducted by the State University of New York (SUNY) that are financed by state agencies. It mandates that these programs be reimbursed for at least 26% of the direct costs associated with fulfilling the program obligations. This significant requirement aims to ensure that SUNY programs receive adequate financial support from state funds, which can help sustain operations and promote their effectiveness within the broader educational system in New York.
Contention
One notable aspect of Bill A09034 is the provision that permits state agencies to award sole source contracts to the Research Foundation of SUNY, should it be determined that these contracts would yield better administrative efficiencies or cost savings than traditional bidding processes. While this could lead to streamlined operations and better program outcomes, there may be concerns regarding the lack of competitive bidding, which some critics argue could limit transparency and accountability in state spending.
Same As
Provides that state-funded SUNY programs shall be reimbursed at no less than 26% of the direct costs; allows state agencies to fund SUNY programs where such state agencies determine that such program would produce administrative efficiencies or cost savings.
Provides that state-funded SUNY programs shall be reimbursed at no less than 26% of the direct costs; allows state agencies to fund SUNY programs where such state agencies determine that such program would produce administrative efficiencies or cost savings.
Requires all state agencies to establish a composting program in buildings owned, occupied or operated by such agencies; allows such agencies to arrange for collection of compostable waste by a private carter, transport such waste itself or process such waste on-site; requires reports on the costs and effectiveness of such programs.
Requires all state agencies to establish a composting program in buildings owned, occupied or operated by such agencies; allows such agencies to arrange for collection of compostable waste by a private carter, transport such waste itself or process such waste on-site; requires reports on the costs and effectiveness of such programs.
Authorizes SUNY and CUNY to provide emergency aid grants to certain students; provides that the state shall reimburse half of all such grants provided; requires the higher education services corporation to provide an annual report on such programs.
Authorizes SUNY and CUNY to provide emergency aid grants to certain students; provides that the state shall reimburse half of all such grants provided; requires the higher education services corporation to provide an annual report on such programs.
Authorizes insurance policies which provide coverage for prescription drugs where cost-sharing obligations are determined by category of prescription drugs to offer a program to insureds that utilizes rebates or discounts to lower an insured's cost-sharing for prescription drugs if the insured's cost-sharing under such program would be more favorable than the cost-sharing that would otherwise be applicable to the prescription drug.
Authorizes insurance policies which provide coverage for prescription drugs where cost-sharing obligations are determined by category of prescription drugs to offer a program to insureds that utilizes rebates or discounts to lower an insured's cost-sharing for prescription drugs if the insured's cost-sharing under such program would be more favorable than the cost-sharing that would otherwise be applicable to the prescription drug.
Provides that the governor shall designate staff within their office to act as a liaison to the chair of the not-for-profit contracting advisory committee to assist such advisory committee's interactions with state agencies; provides that the not-for-profit contracting advisory committee shall have the ability to request information from state agencies for reporting purposes and such state agencies shall provide such information to the chair of the not-for-profit contracting advisory committee.
Establishes state procurement goals for New York state products throughout state agencies and private entities performing state contracts; provides that every year after enactment, a certain percentage of products purchased by state agencies will be New York state products, with such percentage threshold increasing each year up until five years.
Directs the president of the state civil service commission to conduct a study on job vacancies across state agencies and determine which, if any, state agencies are understaffed.