Teacher:Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.
Teacher: Now, understand the problem? Solve this instance: New York, like many states, did not embrace the idea at first. But recognizing that its own funding could be jeopardized if it did not follow LSC's orders, LSNY released a plan in October 2000 that consolidates services and centralizes decision-making.
Student:
New York recognized that its own funding could be jeopardized if it did not follow LSC's orders. LSNY released a plan in October 2000 to consolidate services and decision-making.