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New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (June 24, 2021)
… services as “the exchange of medical information from one site to another through electronic communication to improve a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-june-24-2021New York’s Balance of Payments in the Federal Budget: Federal Fiscal Year 2019
… For New York, the numbers vary from year to year, but one key conclusion does not: the Empire State’s taxpayers … of New Yorkers, helping families across the State put food on the table and cover other essentials, and providing … and fees, and/or resort to borrowing that imposes costs on future generations to close today’s gaps if Washington …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-balance-payments-federal-budget-federal-fiscal-year-2019Oversight of Security Expenses in Single Adult and Adult Family Homeless Shelters (Follow-Up)
… York City Department of Social Services, is responsible for shelter system management of homeless shelters in the … with DHS. A typical provider contract includes provisions for procurement, inventory procedures, and maintenance of records. DHS is responsible for ensuring that all shelters operating under its regulatory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/12/10/oversight-security-expenses-single-adult-and-adult-family-homeless-shelters-followDiNapoli: The Mayor's Proposed Budget Takes Large Steps In Addressing Outstanding Labor Contracts
… agreement between New York City and the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) removes the largest uncertainty that had … “The agreement between the Mayor and the United Federation of Teachers lifts a cloud that has hung over the city’s … years.” The city's financial plan forecasts a surplus of $1.6 billion in FY 2014, which will be used to help …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/dinapoli-mayors-proposed-budget-takes-large-steps-addressing-outstanding-labor-contractsNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (May 13, 2021)
… from enacted tax increases and the legalization of online sports betting and recreational marijuana use. These …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-may-13-2021New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (March 30, 2021)
… March 30, 2021 Edition While Some New York Industries Are on the Path to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-march-30-2021DiNapoli Seeks Information on Safety Measures Taken by Businesses Involved in Shipping Oil
… are doing to safeguard against future mishaps which can lead to serious legal liabilities for the companies. As trustee of the state pension fund, I am concerned that future liability claims may harm the … retirement system’s members, retirees and beneficiaries.” A 2013 derailment in Lac-Megantic, Quebec, resulted in 47 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-seeks-information-safety-measures-taken-businesses-involved-shipping-oilNYS Common Retirement Fund Announces $800 Million in Recent Climate-Related and Sustainable Investments
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced $800 million in recent investments through the New York State … $8.5 billion of that overall commitment. The latest $800 million comprises three separate investments. In January, … requested data. … NYS Comptroller DiNapoli announced $800 million in investments through the NYS Common Retirement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/nys-common-retirement-fund-announces-800-million-recent-climate-related-and-sustainable-investmentsDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Charged in $11,000 Theft of Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department Funds
… and the Bolivar Police Department which was prompted by a complaint to the Comptroller’s fraud hotline. Amy Olmstead, … that its checks were bouncing. "It’s unacceptable when a public official blurs the line between their private … will not be tolerated. I thank Bolivar Police Chief Steven McPherson and Allegany County District Attorney Keith …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-former-treasurer-charged-11000-theft-bolivar-volunteer-fire-department-fundsDiNapoli: Audit Finds State Falling Short in Helping People with Disabilities Find Work
… March 2021 was 11.3%. The New York State Employment First Commission, established by executive order and comprised of … system, failed to fully address a range of aspects of the commission report’s recommendations to inform people of their … benefits such as nutrition and housing assistance. The commission report had suggested implementing a specific …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-audit-finds-state-falling-short-helping-people-disabilities-find-workDiNapoli: Medicaid Audits Find More Than $700 Million in Unnecessary Costs and Overpayments
… of dollars because of the COVID-19 crisis and needs to find cost savings wherever it can,” DiNapoli said. … program will continue in earnest as DOH can do much more to save taxpayer dollars.” The New York State Medicaid … program that provides a wide range of health care services to individuals who are economically disadvantaged or have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/dinapoli-medicaid-audits-find-more-700-million-unnecessary-costs-and-overpaymentsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.5% in April Compared to Last Year
… Table Monthly Local Sales Tax Collections by County and Region … Local sales tax collections in New York state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-15-april-compared-last-yearDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.6% in February Compared to Last Year
… tax collections grew at a modest pace, year over year, after coming in nearly flat in January,” DiNapoli said. “But …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-16-february-compared-last-yearDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3.9% in May Compared to Last Year
… in New York state increased by 3.9% in May compared to the same month in 2023, according to data released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … DiNapoli said. “New York City collections continued to be the main driver of growth, although most counties also …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-up-39-percent-in-may-compared-last-yearDiNapoli: State Agency Overtime Costs Decreased 11.6% in 2023, First Decline Since 2016
… decrease was led by declines in overtime hours at three of the five agencies that are historically the largest … two-thirds of the state’s overtime hours in 2023. The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (Corrections), the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-state-agency-overtime-costs-decreased-116-2023-first-decline-2016DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Over 12% in Second Quarter of 2022
… Local sales tax collections in New York state totaled more than $5.5 billion in the second quarter of 2022 (April-June), an increase of … in part, the temporary reduction in local sales taxes on gasoline in 24 counties, along with a possible return to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-over-12-second-quarter-2022DiNapoli 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-19Finger Lakes Region Leads the Way Statewide in Agricultural Sales, Topping $2 Billion
… The critical role farms play in New York cannot be overstated, both as an economic engine … seeing growth in the number of acres farmed. Access to fresh, healthy food also adds to the quality of life in … economic and industry data, including the 2022 United States Department of Agriculture Census released this year. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-agriculture-report-reveals-economic-growth-and-challenges-facing-new-york-farms-finger-lakesDiNapoli: Wall Street Bonus Pool Reaches Record High of $47.5 Billion in 2024
… dampen the outlook for parts of the securities industry in 2025.” The total estimated 2024 bonus pool is 34% higher … compared to the previous year. The Governor’s proposed budget assumed bonuses in the state’s broader finance and … increase by 16.4% in SFY 2024-25, while the city’s FY 2025 financial plan assumed an increase of 16.5% in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-wall-street-bonus-pool-reaches-record-high-475-billion-2024DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Total $5.8 Billion, Up 3.2% in First Quarter
… this growth could be threatened by economic disruptions and uncertainty,” DiNapoli said. “I encourage local officials to take advantage of the financial tools and guidance my office offers to help shore up their finances and build resilience against the challenging headwinds we …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-total-58-billion-32-first-quarter