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DiNapoli's Auditors Halt $25 Million in Suspicious Tax Refunds
… fraud is an ongoing battle as people find new ways to cheat the system,” DiNapoli said. “While most taxpayers are honest, there are some filers and preparers looking to cheat their fellow New Yorkers by filing for refunds they are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapolis-auditors-halt-25-million-suspicious-tax-refundsDiNapoli Report Identifies Trends in Causes of Subway Delays
… June 2024. 44 major incidents were caused by subway car problems in 2023, 12% lower than in 2019. The number of … on the E, F and R lines. The fact that subway car problems are the fastest rising cause of major incidents …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-report-identifies-trends-causes-subway-delaysMental Health Education, Supports, and Services in Schools (Follow-Up)
… five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Mental Health Education, Supports, and Services in Schools … charter schools). DOE recognizes the importance of mental health well-being in the school setting, stating on its webpage that “Mental health impacts not only our students but our families, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/mental-health-education-supports-and-services-schools-followSelected Programs to Assist Businesses in New York City
… under ECSP such as the type of business conducted at the eligible premises and change in the occupancy or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/03/14/selected-programs-assist-businesses-new-york-cityDiNapoli Audit Finds Lapses in Treatment Under Kendra's Law
… The state’s Office of Mental Health (OMH) needs to do a better job of overseeing … Kendra’s Law to ensure that needed services are delivered in a timely manner, according to an audit released today by … of Kendra’s Law at a time when we’re facing a serious mental health crisis.” Kendra’s Law was enacted in 1999 to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-lapses-treatment-under-kendras-lawDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew 5.1% in November
… $887 million, an increase of 4.4%. Nearly all (55 out of 57) counties experienced year-over-year increases. These …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-5-point-1-percent-in-novemberDiNapoli: Shift in MTA's Paratransit Program Generates Cost Savings
… initially deteriorated as a result of the move to “broker services” and must be monitored to ensure quality … umbrella of “carrier services.” They are primary carrier, broker, voucher, street hails, and E-Hail. The MTA defines … service AAR vans averaged $116 per ride, compared to broker services, which averaged $40. DiNapoli’s report found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-shift-mtas-paratransit-program-generates-cost-savingsDiNapoli: Former Alexandria Town Clerk Pleads Guilty in Theft
… Attorney Kristyna S. Mills said. Peck, 64, of Alexandria Bay, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the fourth degree (a … for the town of Alexandria and the village of Alexandria Bay, stole cash paid for transfer station, arena and clerk …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-former-alexandria-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theftDiNapoli: Number of Domestic Violence Victims Rises in 2022
… physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. “Domestic violence has a … all domestic violence victims were hurt by their intimate partner, with 80% of intimate partner victims being female. Women were 54% of domestic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-number-domestic-violence-victims-rises-2022DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Increased by 4% in August
… Local sales tax collections in New York state grew by 4% in August compared to the same month in 2022, according to data … the same time last year. “Local sales tax collections in August continue a pattern of moderate increases in 2023,” … and monitor cash flow for the foreseeable future.” For August 2023, compared with August 2022: New York City’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-increased-4-augustDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3% in Second Quarter
… eight consecutive quarters. While the city’s restaurants are seeing activity above pre-pandemic levels, other parts of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-3-percent-second-quarterDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Slightly in May
… Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 1.1% in … the same month in 2022, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This is the … million compared to last year. “Modest growth in local sales tax collections could be challenging for local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-slightly-mayDiNapoli Audit Finds Hazardous Conditions Persist in Mitchell-Lama Developments
… Mitchell-Lama developments in New York City – 753 Classon Ave. Housing Co. (Classon), located in Brooklyn, Cathedral …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-hazardous-conditions-persist-mitchell-lama-developmentsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 7% in First Quarter
… period last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Sales tax … threemonth period last year according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-7-percent-first-quarterDiNapoli: Gaming Revenue Plays Increasing Role In State Budget
… which includes lottery revenues, is smaller now than in the year the New York State Lottery was created. In State … racetracks and off-track betting centers (OTB), as well as what was spent on Lottery games such as scratch-off or Quick … “Now with a new expansion underway, more casinos will mean more gaming revenue and new jobs, but the long-term …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-gaming-revenue-plays-increasing-role-state-budgetDiNapoli: Young People in NYC Still Face Double-Digit Unemployment
… in the nation. “The city must take steps to strengthen career opportunities for young job seekers or the city’s economic … or youth from low-income households with stable jobs and career paths; and With the Future of Workers Task Force, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/dinapoli-young-people-nyc-still-face-double-digit-unemploymentDiNapoli Restricts Investments in 21 Shale Oil & Gas Companies
… of DiNapoli’s comprehensive Climate Action Plan to address investment risks from climate change and his commitment to transition the Fund’s investment portfolio to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by … integrated oil and gas companies. Background on Climate Investment Actions Since taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-restricts-investments-21-shale-oil-gas-companiesDiNapoli Finds Over $100 Million in Inappropriate Medicaid Payments
… DiNapoli today released three reports that found more than $100 million in improper payments made by the Department of … DiNapoli today released three reports that found more than $100 million in improper payments made by the Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-finds-over-100-million-inappropriate-medicaid-paymentsCOVID-19 Pandemic Drove Record Medicaid Enrollment in 2021
… A record number of New Yorkers relied on Medicaid for health care in 2021, with monthly enrollment exceeding 7 million for the first time, according to a new report by New York … in 2021, state budget projections rely on expectations for significant enrollment declines that may not materialize. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/covid-19-pandemic-drove-record-medicaid-enrollment-2021DiNapoli: Fire Chief Charged In Alleged $2,700 Gasoline Theft
… can be viewed here: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/localgov/audits/firedists/2015/pennellville.pdf Statewide, DiNapoli’s audits and investigations have led to more than 100 arrests …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-fire-chief-charged-alleged-2700-gasoline-theft