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DiNapoli Urges Parents to Open a College Savings Account for Their Children
… helped New York residents pay for more than $230 million in college-related expenses in 2014, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said today in recognition of 529 College Savings Day. The investment … helped New York residents pay for more than $230 million in collegerelated expenses in 2014 New York State Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-urges-parents-open-college-savings-account-their-childrenDiNapoli: Son Left Father’s Body in Morgue to Steal His Pension and Social Security Payments
… which were electronically deposited into a checking account in the name of his father. Christopher Bunn, 49, is … were deposited electronically into James Bunn’s checking account from February 2010 through April 2011. In May 2011, … Christopher Bunn had withdrawn the money from his father’s account. This matter is one of a series of investigations by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-son-left-fathers-body-morgue-steal-his-pension-and-social-security-paymentsLabor Investigations in New York City
… is adequately conducting labor violation investigations in New York City. The audit covered the period from January 2019 … sharp increase – of 68% – in child labor law violations in New York in 2022 compared with 2021. The Department is responsible for enforcing New York Labor Laws (Laws). These Laws, which provide …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/31/labor-investigations-new-york-cityNational Directory of New Hires Data Security
… Federal requirements for securing National Directory of New Hires data. The audit covers the period April 11, 2016 to … these programs, the Office obtains National Directory of New Hires (Directory) data provided by the Office of Child … The Directory data is comprised of information on new hires, quarterly wage, and unemployment insurance. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/07/18/national-directory-new-hires-data-securityDiNapoli Announces $500 College Savings Sweepstakes
… Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today a $500 sweepstakes to help a lucky New Yorker plan ahead for college. Winnings from the sweepstakes will be … 529 College Savings Program, an investment tool designed to help families save for college, is overseen by DiNapoli’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-announces-500-college-savings-sweepstakesNational Directory of New Hires Data Security
… Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). As part of managing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/20/national-directory-new-hires-data-securityOversight of Direct Placement of Children
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) has effective controls in place to ensure that children placed in the direct care of … To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services has effective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/03/02/oversight-direct-placement-childrenOpinion 92-1
… retained percentages when proper securities of sufficient market value are submitted. (2) In addition to the securities … or decreases after withdrawal of the retainage?; and (e) what steps should be taken to ensure that the securities … of sufficient market value are submitted (1985 Opns St Comp No. 85-64, p 93; 19 Opns St Comp, 1963, p 354). …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-1DiNapoli Urges Changes to Protect Children Placed in Custody of Relatives or Guardians
… doing enough to ensure adequate protections are in place for children who are placed in the custody of relatives or … the state’s child welfare system and is responsible for supervising and coordinating child welfare services, … that a family member or suitable person can safely provide for the needs of the child. DiNapoli’s auditors found OCFS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-urges-changes-protect-children-placed-custody-relatives-or-guardiansBenefit Eligibility Assessment Process
… eligibility assessment process is in compliance with app …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/28/benefit-eligibility-assessment-processRegulation for Scheduling, Adjourning and Conduct of Administrative Hearings
… §317.4 Initial hearings — presentation of applicant's case (a) The term “initial hearing” shall be defined as the … scheduled hearing at which the official record of the case is opened by the hearing officer. (b) At the initial … party other than the retirement system shall present its case at the initial hearing. (1) In the event that a witness …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/regulation-for-hearingsState Audit Recommends Improvements to NYC's Oversight of Agencies Placing Foster Children
… non-profit agencies that place foster children are doing home visits and other critical functions required to protect … nonprofit agencies that place foster children are doing home visits and other critical functions required to protect …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-audit-recommends-improvements-nycs-oversight-agencies-placing-foster-childrenDiNapoli: OCFS Should Improve Foster Care Placement Oversight
… children in foster care within the first 30 days of their placement and lacked documentation proving children were … two contacts with the child within the first 30 days of placement, as required. For example, auditors found the first … placed in June 2015 did not occur until 91 days after placement, which was also the date of first contact with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-ocfs-should-improve-foster-care-placement-oversightMedicaid Program – Reducing Medicaid Costs for Recipients With End Stage Renal Disease
… renal disease who were eligible for, but not enrolled in, Medicare. The audit covered the period January 1, 2010 … with ESRD. Medicaid recipients with ESRD are eligible for Medicare coverage if they receive regular dialysis treatments … When Medicaid recipients with ESRD are also enrolled in Medicare, Medicare becomes the primary insurer (payer) and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/03/01/medicaid-program-reducing-medicaid-costs-recipients-end-stage-renal-diseaseOversight of Direct Placement of Children (Follow-Up)
… ( 2017-S-30 ). About the Program OCFS oversees the State’s child welfare system, and its Central Office is responsible for supervising and coordinating child welfare services, including child protective services, foster care, and preventive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/08/30/oversight-direct-placement-children-followHealth and Safety of Children in Foster Care
… the health and safety of the children placed in foster care. The audit covers New York City children who were in … In foster care, the general rule is to place the child in the least restrictive, most family-like environment appropriate to the child's needs. Consequently, placement is generally either in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/03/09/health-and-safety-children-foster-careDiNapoli: Audit Recommends Labor Department Step Up Investigations of Violations in NYC
… Weaknesses in how the state Department of Labor (DOL) investigates labor law violations in New York City have led to significant delays in holding violators accountable and … restitution for workers while allowing infractions to continue, according to an audit released today by State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-audit-recommends-labor-department-step-investigations-violations-nycDiNapoli: Fix Delays With Child Support Payments
… fiscal year 2016, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Although the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), … and children that need this money. It's important for state officials to work closely with local social services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-fix-delays-child-support-paymentsOversight of Child Protective Services (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Child Protective Services (Report 2021-S-17 ). About the Program The New York State Child Protective Services Act of 1973 was established to encourage more complete reporting of child abuse and maltreatment, provide for the swift and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/09/06/oversight-child-protective-services-followOverview – Legacy Reporting
… not report withdrawn members or retirees who have returned to work under Section 211 or 212 of New York State Retirement … Contractor vs. Employee page .) Employers using the enhanced reporting format report more data on employees, retirees, etc., which will enable NYSLRS to store and retrieve that information if …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/overview