N.Y. Pub. Health Law § 2588

§ 2588. Reimbursement. 1. The total amount of cash assistance\nprovided pursuant to this title shall be limited to the amount of\nfederal funds appropriated for the program.\n 2. Eligible institutions approved by the commissioner pursuant to\nsection two thousand five hundred eighty-seven of this title shall be\nreimbursed for meals, preparation of meals and administrative expenses\nwhen provided to children and adults in amounts specified under federal\nlaw, rule or regulation and consistent with the application as approved\nby the commissioner. In the event that eligible institutions request\nadvance payment for meals, preparation of meals or administrative\nexpenses in accordance with federal law, rule or regulation, such\nadvance shall be paid if it is consistent with state and federal law,\nrule or regulation and the application as approved by the commissioner.\n