We were told that grocery prices would be going down, but there hasn't been any significant lowering of prices. Gas prices are actually increasing, even though were told they would be lowered, according to AAA. Taking care of yourself, nevertheless, a family seems to be getting more difficult each day.

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Some policies of the new administration and Republicans in Congress have the potential to drive the prices of consumer goods, food, medicine, and health care higher than they have been. SNAP, Medicaid, and Medicare recipients in New York should brace for cuts and cost increases as Republicans have put social aid programs in their crosshairs to help cut the Federal budget to make way for corporate tax cuts. Families are struggling and the outlook for things getting better is a huge question at this time. There is a bit of good news for families in New York

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The inflation rate rose slightly in the United States. The annual inflation rate was 2.9% for the 12 months ending in December 2024. The previous rate was 2.7%, according to data published by the U.S. Labor Department on January 15, 2025. The next inflation update will be released on February 12.

Governor Kathy Hochul, New York's first woman governor, has doubled down on her proposal to send inflation rebates to New York families.

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During a technical briefing on the Governor's 2025 FY Budget, her Budget Director, Blake Washington, spoke about her plan to return $3 billion to New Yorkers. Her budget also includes a $1 billion middle-class tax cut. Approximately 8.6 million New Yorkers will receive the $3 billion in refund monies. Single taxpayers who make $150,000 or less yearly will receive checks for $300 and families making up to $300,000 annually will get $500. New Yorkers will receive their inflation rebates directly.

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Here's How Many New Yorkers In Each Region Will Receive Checks:

New York City

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4,989,000 New Yorkers

Hudson Valley

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986,000 New Yorkers

Western New York

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620,000 New Yorkers

Finger Lakes

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542,000 New Yorkers

Capital Region

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502,000 New Yorkers

Central New York

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340,000 New Yorkers

Southern Tier

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263,000 New Yorkers

Mohawk Valley

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208,000 New Yorkers

North Country

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163,000 New Yorkers

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