Citizen’s Guide

New York State’s budget process uses an executive budget model, in which the governor is responsible for developing and preparing a comprehensive, balanced budget proposal. This proposal is presented to the Legislature, which modifies and enacts the budget into law. For more information on the Budget Process, or to see a Glossary of Financial Terms used in the Budget process, please click one of the links below.

• The Budget Process
• Financial Terminology
• Freedom of Information Law
• State Government Structure