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DiNapoli Urges Congress to Expand Eligibility for Savings Program for Individuals with Disabilities
… and investment tool for individuals with disabilities. NY's ABLE program, which launched just over a year ago, … those disabled from accidents or illnesses as children or young adults," DiNapoli said. "Since launching our program a … must be eligible for SSI or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), be blind, have a significant disability …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-urges-congress-expand-eligibility-savings-program-individuals-disabilitiesNational School Lunch, Breakfast Programs – Federal Funding and New York
… (Assistance Living Number 10.553) provide low-cost or free breakfast and lunch to students in public and non-profit private schools across the United … in the United States. Nationally, children qualify for free breakfast and lunch if a family's income is at or below …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/national-school-lunch-breakfast-programsDiNapoli Releases Analysis of Enacted State Budget
… is projected to total $254 billion, a 5.2% increase in spending at a time when new federal actions on funding and … change the relationship between the federal government and states. Actions that have already occurred at the federal … paired with potential Congressional action, may mean that in the upcoming months New York will see challenges to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-releases-analysis-enacted-state-budgetDiNapoli Report Looks at New York's Social Insurance Programs for Unemployed and Injured Workers
… The benefits from four major social insurance programs provide crucial financial support during … and how they compare with peer states. “New York’s social insurance programs play a vital role in helping hundreds of … from slipping into poverty.” New York’s four major social insurance programs are: unemployment insurance (UI), workers’ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-report-looks-new-yorks-social-insurance-programs-unemployed-and-injured-workersNYS Comptroller DiNapoli: One of Largest U.S. Carbon Emitters Commits to Lower GHG Emissions
… Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest carbon emitters in the country, has adopted new, long-term targets for … new steps the company has said it will take is investment in renewable resources and advanced technologies to make its power grid more efficient and decentralized. In its American Electric Power: Strategic Vision For a Clean …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-one-largest-us-carbon-emitters-commits-lower-ghg-emissionsSpencerport Central School District – Employee Benefits (2025M-65)
… and accurately calculate separation and unused leave payments? Audit Period July 1, 2023 – May 16, 2025 … school districts (districts) often provide separation payments to employees for a retirement incentive or all or a … employment. Some employees are also eligible for periodic payments of unused leave. These payments are an employment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/09/19/spencerport-central-school-district-employee-benefits-2025m-65Transformation of the MTA
… those of its subsidiaries or affiliates. The legislation was signed by the Governor. The legislation expected to … greater efficiency, and realize cost savings. The Plan was designed to accomplish a significant reorganization or … a forensic audit be performed. Additionally, the MTA Board was authorized to revise the Plan to incorporate the findings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/08/08/transformation-mtaHomeless Outreach Program at the Long Island Rail Road
… LIRR had 124 stations on 11 different branches, including City Terminal Zone. The presence of the homeless at LIRR … observed the SUS outreach team drive up to a train station parking lot and sit in the vehicle for approximately three … in New York State – An Overview, Exclusive of New York City ( 2016-D-3 ) Metropolitan Transportation Authority – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/01/16/homeless-outreach-program-long-island-rail-roadTown of Bergen – Town Supervisor (2024M-30)
Determine whether the Town of Bergen (Town) Supervisor maintained complete and accurate accounting records, provided accurate and timely financial information to the Town Board (Board), and filed the annual financial report (AFR) in a timely manner.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/bergen-town-2024-30.pdfWhat to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-osc-audit-051524.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, December 2022
New York City’s fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget is projected to rise to $109.4, after transfers, but City finances could come under pressure amid a slowing economic recovery and an increase in demand for City services.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-14-2023.pdfFiscal Stress Monitoring System Briefing for Local Governments
Presenters from the Office of the State Comptroller will provide you with the critical information regarding your fiscal score release in September. Please note that this score release is for 12/31 fiscal year-end local governments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/fiscal-stress-monitoring-system-091223.pdfOversight of Telemental Health Services (2020-S-16) 180-Day Response
To determine if the Office of Mental Health is adequately monitoring the delivery and performance of telemental health services and ensuring that related telemental health activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20s16-response.pdfFiscal Stress Monitoring System Briefing for Local Governments
Presenters from the Office of the State Comptroller will provide you with the critical information regarding your fiscal score release in September. Please note that this score release is for 12/31 fiscal year-end local governments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/fiscal-stress-monitoring-091224.pdfGreenport Union Free School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-30)
Determine whether the Greenport Union Free School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/greenport-s9-21-30.pdfDover Union Free School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-27)
Determine whether the Dover Union Free School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/dover-s9-21-27.pdfCrown Point Central School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-26)
Determine whether the Crown Point Central School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/crown-point-s9-21-26.pdfWest Genesee Central School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-40)
Determine whether the West Genesee Central School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/west-genesee-s9-21-40.pdfUnadilla Valley Central School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-37)
Determine whether the Unadilla Valley Central School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/unadilla-valley-s9-21-37.pdfAFR Modernization – Employee and Retiree Benefits Schedule Webinar Presentation
In this session, attendees will learn how to complete the Employee and Retiree Benefits Schedule. Our staff will provide a live demonstration of how to complete this schedule and how to resolve any triggered validation rules.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/afr-modernization-employee-and-retiree-benefits-presentation-07-20-22.pdf