Cashman Presses State on Business Funding Delays

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 4:19 AM

Assemblyman Michael Cashman of Plattsburgh questioned state officials Tuesday in Albany about delays in business grant payments. He said some recipients must borrow money while waiting for funding. Empire State Development says it’s adding staff to speed payments. Cashman also urged better access to workforce training in rural communities.

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