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At a time when New York is facing fiscal headwinds and difficult choices, it’s easy to believe that cutting funding is the only way forward. But what if the answer isn’t necessarily about spending more, but about spending smarter?

Across our state’s human services system, inefficiency is costing taxpayers millions while delaying care for children, families and vulnerable residents. Providers must navigate layers of redundant regulations, overlapping agency requirements and outdated systems. These unnecessary barriers increase administrative costs, frustrate families and strain already-overburdened staff.

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The good news: There’s a clear path to relieve pressure on the system and deliver better outcomes while also saving the state money.

Northern Rivers’ “Less Red Tape. Better Results"........

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