World Trade Center

Mission

Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the Federal government provided funding to support rehabilitation and rebuilding efforts. Recommendations will provide ongoing authorization for payments associated with the engineering and construction of State capital projects in lower Manhattan, including the reconstruction and improvement of Route 9A, and September 11th-related expenses.

Budget Highlights

The Executive Budget recommends the reappropriation of $233 million in capital funding for the federal share of transportation projects related to the attack on the New York City World Trade Center. This reappropriation will facilitate the continuation of New York State’s efforts to revitalize the World Trade Center property and lower Manhattan.

Additionally, the Executive Budget recommends the reappropriation of $25 million for workers’ compensation payments related to the rescue and recovery efforts.

Note: Most recent estimates as of 01/22/2013

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