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Victim Services Funding Under Fire | Buffalo News
New York’s victim services funding is under fire as Republican lawmakers demand transparency over cuts to rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters, and child advocacy groups—some facing 70% funding drops despite record state budgets. Advocates say programs can’t survive these slashes, while the Office of Victim Services blames a competitive procurement process amid unprecedented demand. The Comptroller’s Office won’t decide funding but will review contracts; survivors’ advocates are calling on Governor Hochul to act fast and inject more support before essential services collapse…
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