New York state lawmakers will hold a public hearing later this month to assess the effect another federal government shutdown will have on New York.

The hearing, to be held on Oct. 29 in New York City, comes amid another looming federal budget deadline.

The hearing will be held by the Legislative Commission on Government Administration, a joint Senate and Assembly panel that reviews government administration and efficiency.

“The last federal government shutdown lasted over a month, resulted in many federal workers having to work without pay, crucial government services not being performed, and residents needs not being met,” said Assemblyman David Buchwald, a Democratic candidate for Congress who chairs the commission.

“New York State responded in some ways, but can be better prepared for these shutdowns, which have occurred more and more often and for extended durations in recent years.”

Lawmakers earlier this year introduced legislation that legislation meant to improve the state’s ability to respond to a future government shutdown on the federal level, allowing state agencies to create pre-planned actions to soften the blow.

“With Washington continually burying its head in the sand, a proactive review of the impact of federal government shutdowns on New York State is essential,” said Sen. James Skoufis, a Democrat from the Hudson Valley.