The New York SHORT FORM APPLICATION FOR AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND FUNDS/ORDER is a form used to request authorization to expend funds or issue an order for purchase of goods and services. It is used by state agencies, public authorities, and other entities of the State of New York. It requires the completion of information such as the purpose of the expenditure, the amount of the expenditure, and the type of expenditure. The form also requires the signature of the responsible official. There are two types of New York SHORT FORM APPLICATION FOR AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND FUNDS/ORDER: the Fund Expenditure Authorization Form and the Order Authorization Form. The Fund Expenditure Authorization Form is used to request authorization to expend funds for a specific purpose or purpose category, while the Order Authorization Form is used to request authorization to issue an order for purchase of goods and services.