New York State 2026-2027 Higher Education Budget Testimony
TICAS submitted written testimony on higher education priorities to the New York state legislature for their 2026 Joint Budget Hearing. Our testimony outlines policies and funding that NY state can implement to increase college access and affordability, strengthen accountability and consumer protections, increase basic needs security, and provide greater data transparency.
Meet Our Researchers
See allKirsten E. Keefe, J.D.
Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy, New York
Kirsten is a Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy, New York at TICAS. In her role, she leads initiatives aimed at closing the affordability gap and ensuring equitable access to higher education opportunities for all in New York State.