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… complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud, waste, and abuse. The audit covers the period April 1, … expenses to improve the HCR's ability to guard against fraud, waste, and abuse. Discontinue the practice of … complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud waste and abuse …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/06/04/selected-employee-travel-expensesDiNapoli: Loss of Federal Deductions in Trump Tax Plan Could Hurt New York's Middle Class Taxpayers
… Major changes to the federal tax code being considered by the President and Congress would … of the more than $67 billion in state and local tax deductions reported by New Yorkers on their federal … for New Yorkers if these changes are made to the federal tax code," DiNapoli said. "There is a distinct possibility …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-loss-federal-deductions-trump-tax-plan-could-hurt-new-yorks-middle-class-taxpayersDiNapoli Op-Ed in Newsday Urges Washington to Help Governments Hurt by COVID-19
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today pressing the federal government to do more to help state and local … and leave many unable to pay their mortgages and property taxes. New York State’s revenue shortfall is estimated to be … first responders and transit workers are among those on the front lines of responding to this health emergency. In …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/dinapoli-op-ed-newsday-urges-washington-help-governments-hurt-covid-19Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… we audited travel expenses for the highest-cost travelers in the State as well as other outliers. As a result, we … of one Office employee whose expenses exceeded $100,000. In total, we examined $121,697 in travel costs associated with this one employee. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/04/selected-employee-travel-expenses-0DiNapoli's Auditors Halt $24.2 Million in Suspicious Tax Refunds
… million in questionable or fraudulent personal income tax refunds payments so far in 2018. "Tax cheats are continuously looking for new ways to beat the … To date, DiNapoli's office has paid out 4.9 million state tax refunds totaling $4.8 billion in 2018. Another 140,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapolis-auditors-halt-242-million-suspicious-tax-refundsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.4% in Third Quarter
… of 2024, an increase of 1.4%, or $82.7 million, compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … over three years, the city remains the largest contributor to local sales tax growth in the state. Aggregate growth in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-up-1-point-4-percent-third-quarterRegistration and Enforcement of Automotive Service, Sales, and Salvage Facilities (Follow-Up) (2018-F-25)
To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Registration and Enforcement of Automotive Service, Sales, and Salvage Facilities (2016-S-71).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2019-18f25.pdfMedicaid Program – Improper Medicaid Payments for Recipients in Hospice Care
… whether Medicaid made improper payments to providers on behalf of recipients receiving hospice care. This audit … to the terminal illness. Hospice can be provided in the home or in an inpatient setting and includes nursing and physician services, medical social services, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/11/medicaid-program-improper-medicaid-payments-recipients-hospice-careDiNapoli: New York State Fourth Nationwide in Credit Card Debt
… Although credit card debt declined significantly in the state from 2008 through 2013, the trend reversed in 2014 as per capita balances rose by … Bureau provides advice and resources to help consumers deal with issues related to credit cards and other personal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/dinapoli-new-york-state-fourth-nationwide-credit-card-debtDiNapoli: Outreach Failure Contributes to Rise in Subway Homeless Population
… had called in sick. March 20, 2019 at Crown Heights/Utica Ave. (3/4) station and Utica Ave. (A/C) station. Outreach workers didn’t show at these … Sq NQR” and “’I’M OKAY F Train Unknown’ at 14th Street-6th Ave FLM.” While some people may resist giving their names, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/dinapoli-outreach-failure-contributes-rise-subway-homeless-populationIdentifying, Reporting, and Providing Services for Youth at Risk of Sexual Human Trafficking in New York City (2021-N-2)
To determine if the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development identify, report on, and provide services for victims of child sex trafficking and those at risk of child sex trafficking.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21n2.pdfImproper Medicaid Payments involving Fee-for-Service Claims for Recipients With Multiple Client Identification Numbers (2019-S-22) 180-Day Response
To determine if improper Medicaid payments were made on behalf of recipients with multiple Client Identification Numbers (CINs) where at least one CIN was enrolled in fee-for-service.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2020-19s22-response.pdfLanguage Access Services
… Executive Law Chapter 18, Article 10, Section 202-A. The audit covered the period from October 2020 through April …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/10/26/language-access-servicesDiNapoli: Former Oneida City Chamberlain Arrested for Stealing More Than $78,000 in City Funds
… and the New York State Police today announced the arrest of former Oneida City Chamberlain Nancy Andrews for allegedly … stealing more than $78,000 from the city over the course of 14 years. “For over a decade, Andrews allegedly betrayed her office and the trust of her community to fund her social life and gamble with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-former-oneida-city-chamberlain-arrested-stealing-more-78000-city-fundsUse of Federal Funding for Election Technology and Security (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the one recommendation included in our initial audit report, Use of Federal Funding for … responsible for administering and enforcing election laws in the State. To fulfill these responsibilities, the BOE … the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to aid in the administration of federal elections. The EAC provides …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/06/22/use-federal-funding-election-technology-and-security-followOversight of Hotels and Motels Used for Homeless and Mixed-Use Temporary Residency (Follow-Up) (2018-F-12)
To determine the extent of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Hotels and Motels Used for Homeless ...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2018-18f12.pdfAssessment and Collection of Selected Fees and Penalties (Follow-Up) (2014-F-19), 30-Day Response
We have followed up on the actions taken by the officials of the Department of Labor (Department) to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2015-14f19-response.pdfPayments for Fraudulent and Improper Claims Submitted by Davis Ethical Pharmacy (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Payments for Fraudulent and Improper Claims Submitted by Davis Ethical Pharmacy … our audit and investigative work with the Nassau County District Attorney and the New York State Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/02/18/payments-fraudulent-and-improper-claims-submitted-davis-ethical-pharmacy-followXIV.14.K SUNY and CUNY Senior Colleges Funds and Public Benefit Corporations – XIV. Special Procedures
… by the entities comprising these funds and are included in the government-wide financial statements of the State. … by the entities comprising these funds and are included in the governmentwide financial statements of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv14k-suny-and-cuny-senior-colleges-funds-and-public-benefit-corporationsDiNapoli: Rise in NYC Metro Area Housing Costs Outpaces Other U.S. Cities
… Housing costs in New York City and the surrounding suburbs have grown more than 68% over the … to 34% nationally. Renters Most Burdened By Housing Costs One million tenants or 53% of households spent over 30% of … development. DiNapoli’s report noted the city has taken some action to support the development of new housing and has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-rise-nyc-metro-area-housing-costs-outpaces-other-us-cities