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Selected State Agencies’ Roles in Financial Literacy
… (DFS), Department of State (DOS), New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA), Office of Temporary and Disability … support their well-being, many Americans remain unprepared for financial emergencies – a point that the COVID-19 … Americans across all generations, but particularly younger adults, demonstrate relatively low levels of financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/09/14/selected-state-agencies-roles-financial-literacyDiNapoli: Audit of State Agencies Recommends Better Tracking of Food Purchases From Local Farmers
… to buy local and track how much the state was spending on food," DiNapoli said. "My auditors found the implementation … put in place since our audit began, New York farmers and food producers could see increased business from the state." … guidelines, and provide training on New York state food purchasing to agency personnel. OGS is also responsible …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-audit-state-agencies-recommends-better-tracking-food-purchases-local-farmersDiNapoli: State Must Consider Pros and Cons of Gaming Revenues, Problem Gambling
… and for localities through traditional lottery games, video lottery terminals (VLTs), racetrack wagering, casinos, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-state-must-consider-pros-and-cons-gaming-revenues-problem-gamblingDiNapoli and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Op-Ed: New York Mothers Should Not Be Dying in Childbirth in 2025
… Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso about maternal health in New York State, and what can be done to save … Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso about maternal health in New York State and what can be done to save lives …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-and-brooklyn-borough-president-antonio-reynoso-op-ed-new-york-mothers-should-not-be-dyingState Audit Recommends Improvements to NYC's Oversight of Agencies Placing Foster Children
… New York City's Administration for Children's Services (ACS) should improve oversight to … are safe from harm." In New York City, ACS is responsible for ensuring the safety of children who are placed in foster … with relatives or with foster parents approved by not-for-profit, community-based voluntary agencies. The agencies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-audit-recommends-improvements-nycs-oversight-agencies-placing-foster-childrenPittsfield Volunteer Fire Department – Cash Receipts and Disbursements (2016M-310)
… Key Findings Department officials did not adhere to the bylaws and provided insufficient oversight of the Treasurer's … bank reconciliations. Key Recommendations Revise the bylaws to include detailed policies and procedures to provide …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2016/12/09/pittsfield-volunteer-fire-department-cash-receipts-andCalculating Days Worked – Enhanced Reporting
… submitted by the employee; and Punch cards. However, it is important to have documentation to substantiate the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/enhanced-reporting/calculating-days-workedState Agencies Bulletin No. 2402
… The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of the 2026 New York State Paid Family Leave Program rate. Affected … Department of Financial Services has announced that the 2026 premium rate and the maximum weekly employee … be $411.91 per year. Effective Dates: Effective for all 2026 paychecks, as of Institution paycheck dated January 8, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2402-2026-new-york-state-paid-family-leave-rate-increaseState Agencies Bulletin No. 2401
… Dates: Effective for payroll checks dated January 8, 2026 (Institution) and January 14, 2026 (Administration). OSC Actions: At the request of Civil … or Longevity Pay with an effective date after January 1, 2026 will remain at the same amount for the calendar year …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2401-civil-service-employees-association-csea-local-1000-dues-increaseState Agencies Bulletin No. 2404
… that the pensionable overtime earnings limit for Tier 5 ERS members for calendar year 2026 is $24,070.60. Affected Employees: Employees who are Tier 5 members of ERS Plan Type 87 are affected. Background: In accordance with … overtime earnings limit for 2026 of $24,070.60 for Tier 5 ERS members. Questions: Questions regarding this bulletin may …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2404-tier-5-pensionable-overtime-ot-earnings-limit-calendar-year-2026State Agencies Bulletin No. 2405
… The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of the 2026 maximum salary limit for ORP and VDC plan members. … and 408 (k) (6) (D) (ii) will increase to $360,000 for the 2026 calendar year. Effective Dates: Effective beginning Institution paychecks dated January 8, 2026, and Administration paychecks dated January 14, 2026. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2405-maximum-salary-limit-members-optional-retirement-plan-orp-and-voluntaryContract Advisory No. 31
… from which you are purchasing. No pre-encumbrance (fund reservation) is required for the “OC” transaction. SFS users …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/contract-advisory/31-purchases-ogs-centralized-contractsNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Calls on Corporate America To Address Lack of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
… in 2020, and the public outcry over the killings of other Black men and women, many publicly traded corporations spoke … year, but over time, by comparing how representation of Black women, for example, has changed in a given job category … Commission, this includes one or more of the following: Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian, Native …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-calls-corporate-america-address-lack-diversity-equity-inclusionCalculating the Maximum Amount Eligible for Amortization or the Graded Payment – Contribution Stabilization Program
… How the NYSLRS actuary calculates an employers maximum …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/csp/calculating-maximum-amount-eligible-amortization-or-graded-paymentTown of Ellenburg – Justice Court and Town Clerk Financial Operations and Wind Power Revenues (2013M-190)
… are deposited in a timely manner and intact and that the collection of moneys is receipted with press-numbered … the Clerk. Keep detailed records of receipts including the form of each deposit. Consider developing comprehensive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/11/15/town-ellenburg-justice-court-and-town-clerk-financial-operations-and-wind-powerAccess Controls Over Selected Critical Systems
… on four systems containing confidential information for individuals who no longer worked for OCFS. OCFS did not keep accurate records of those … including: Maintaining and regularly reviewing user lists for each application; Developing and maintaining an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/03/21/access-controls-over-selected-critical-systemsPublic Safety – 2021 Financial Condition Report
… by 60.3 percent. From 2009 through 2021, New York has closed all or part of 22 State correctional facilities. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2021-fcr/public-safetyFire Safety (2015-MS-1)
… in an effective enforcement of the Fire Code (i.e., fire safety of buildings) within their jurisdictions for the … Code of New York State (Fire Code) requires an approved fire safety plan and evacuation plan to be prepared and … Plattsburgh and Poughkeepsie) did not review or approve fire safety or evacuation plans. Of the 96 buildings visited, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2015/05/27/fire-safety-2015-ms-1NYS Payroll Online - Update Your Tax Withholdings
Step-by-step instructions on how to update your tax withholdings
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/payroll/pdf/update-tax-withholdings.pdfVendRep System Guide for Office of the State Comptroller Bureau of Contracts Users
… System The VendRep System is a web-based application for the creation, completion, certification, and review of … Questionnaires by the vendor, which are available for review by authorized New York State Contracting Entity … by vendors using the VendRep System Set yourself up for automatic email notifications that a specific vendor has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/vendrep-system-guide-office-state-comptroller-bureau-contracts-users