Another state budget extender was passed Monday by the New York state Legislature and signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul to keep the government running through Wednesday and ensure state employees are paid on time.

New York lawmakers returned to the state Capitol in Albany on Monday as state budget negotiations continue, now nearly a week past the deadline.

Criminal justice issues are among the latest sticking points between Gov. Kathy Hochul and legislative leaders. That includes proposed changes to the state's 2020 discovery laws and a ban on the wearing of face masks in public with an intent to harass, the latter of which has become entangled with concerns over the Trump administration’s immigration policies and their response to pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses, as well as broader issues related to the war in Gaza.

Other policy items Hochul is pushing for include changes to involuntary commitment and statewide standards for a cellphone ban in schools.

Lawmakers are working with the beginning of Passover looming this weekend.

The state budget was due April 1.