José E. Serrano: “Our budget reflects the reality of the fiscal constraints that we live in.”

Our arts and culture sector is a cornerstone of community life — enriching our neighborhoods, strengthening our economy and supporting the wellbeing of everyone who lives, visits and works here.

Spending time outdoors is one of the best ways to support both mental and physical well-being and New York State is home to some of the best parks and green spaces.

This year, we will hear from a bipartisan group of Members, all of whom will be asking for further investments by this subcommittee.

We are very much interested in this program.