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DiNapoli: New York Drug Overdose Deaths Surged During Pandemic

… overdose fatalities surged during the COVID-19 pandemic in New York state, with opioid-related overdose deaths … 2019 to 2021, according to an analysis released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The surge is … 2017 peak by more than 1,700 fatalities. “Too many New Yorkers have died from the misuse of drugs, but the jump …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-new-york-drug-overdose-deaths-surged-during-pandemic

DiNapoli: Better DEC Oversight of Dams Recommended To Prevent Failures and Safeguard Communities

… New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) should improve oversight and enforcement of compliance … operated and maintained in a safe condition at all times.” DEC has regulatory authority over approximately 6,500 dams … loss of life and property from flooding and dam failures, DEC manages a program that includes safety inspections, …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-better-dec-oversight-dams-recommended-prevent-failures-and-safeguard-communities

DiNapoli: MTA Faces Worst Financial Crisis in History

… hikes and long-lasting damage that could impair regional transit for decades, according to New York State Comptroller … the revised HEROES Act on Oct. 1, which would provide transit agencies with another $32 billion in operating … another stimulus package, DiNapoli urged that additional transit assistance be included. The MTA provides 38 percent …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-mta-faces-worst-financial-crisis-history

DiNapoli: Inconsistent Oversight and Guidance Left New York’s Group Home Residents at Risk During Pandemic

… socially distance when helping individuals with bathing, dressing or eating. Staff at three of 16 group homes visited …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-inconsistent-oversight-and-guidance-left-new-yorks-group-home-residents-risk-during-pandemic

DiNapoli: New York City Continues to Rebound and Regain Share of State Economic Activity

… Economic indicators show New York City’s economy is recovering from the depths of the pandemic, with the city … economic growth for the city and the state. “New York City is a key driver of the state’s economic strength,” DiNapoli … in many ways, some important indicators show there is more work to be done to bring people back to the five …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-new-york-city-continues-rebound-and-regain-share-state-economic-activity

DiNapoli: Shift in MTA's Paratransit Program Generates Cost Savings

… mandated by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). From 2016 to 2019, the MTA’s total expenses rose 3.6% … MTA’s bus fleet and may benefit from further investment in ADA accessible subway stations in the future. The MTA … 114 subway stations out of 472 that are currently ADA accessible, with six more coming into service this year. …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-shift-mtas-paratransit-program-generates-cost-savings

DiNapoli: Many Homeless Shelters in Poor Condition

… condition, but the remaining 67 facilities were in poor or very poor condition. DiNapoli’s auditors found: 45 facilities … expect to be a model for all counties to follow in this very important New York state initiative” Onondaga County … night.” Next Steps DiNapoli’s initial audit found OTDA had very little information about the conditions – and in some …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-many-homeless-shelters-poor-condition

NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on the SEC's Adoption of Climate Change Disclosure Rule

… adoption of the Climate Change Disclosure Rule: “This is a significant victory for investors who are committed to … risk information to protect investors and the broader marketplace. Now with consistent, comparable, and reliable … on companies to focus on the climate change risks they face, to report on and reduce their GHG emissions and to …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/ny-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-secs-adoption-climate-change-disclosure-rule

DiNapoli: Fairport Audits Reveal Unauthorized Practices for Economic Development Agencies

… granting $1 million worth of inappropriate gifts and commercial loans, according to an audit released today by … of a project. FIDA granted two additional unauthorized commercial loans of approximately $187,000. Questionable … expenses and not those of other entities; Cease making commercial loans directly or through the FLDC using FIDA …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-fairport-audits-reveal-unauthorized-practices-economic-development-agencies

DiNapoli: State Pension Fund Calls on Companies to Address Climate Risk, Transition to Cleaner Operations

… to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), adopt new energy efficiency measures and increase their use of renewable energy, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, … Pentair Plc has agreed to commit to setting GHG and clean energy targets; and Commercial property owner Realty Income …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-calls-companies-address-climate-risk-transition-cleaner-operations

Controls and Management of the Unemployment Insurance System (2021-S-3) 180-Day Response

To determine whether the Department of Labor (Department) has taken appropriate steps to oversee and manage the Unemployment Insurance system and to comply with selected portions of the New York State Information Security Policy and Standards.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s3-response.pdf

Oversight of the Early Intervention Program (2021-S-25)

To determine whether the Department of Health was effectively administering the Early Intervention Program (Program) in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and ensuring equitable and timely access to services for children across the State.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s25.pdf

Oversight and Enforcement of the Rechargeable Battery Law (2021-S-19) 180-Day Response

To determine whether the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) has adequately monitored and enforced compliance with the New York State Rechargeable Battery Law to promote the proper disposal of lithium-ion and other types of rechargeable batteries.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21s19-response.pdf

Controls and Management of the Unemployment Insurance System (2021-S-3)

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s3.pdf

Oversight and Enforcement of the Rechargeable Battery Law (2021-S-19)

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21s19.pdf

What to Expect from an OSC Audit

This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to the 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-from-an-osc-audit-04082026.pdf

Implementation of Selected Aspects of the Climate Mobilization Act (2024-N-1)

To determine whether the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has taken steps to ensure that private building owners are in compliance with selected aspects of the Climate Mobilization Act (CMA) by the mandated deadlines.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2026-24n1.pdf