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DiNapoli: State's Fiscal Picture Has Improved, but Impact of Pandemic Revenue Losses Will Linger
… budget director, with exceptions including school aid and public assistance. Support from Washington is critical if … in annual Medicaid payments and $110 million in non-public school aid payments to the following state fiscal year … state's 180,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-states-fiscal-picture-has-improved-impact-pandemic-revenue-losses-will-lingerDiNapoli: SED Oversight of Career Training Programs Falling Short
… or pay higher wages, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Career and … teach students the skills needed to succeed in future jobs by providing hands-on learning in high school,” DiNapoli … in secondary schools outside the city that are approved by SED and merit the diploma endorsement. Other CTE programs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-sed-oversight-career-training-programs-falling-shortOpinion 95-17
… that the personal property may be sold to generate revenue for the improvement district. The town may not adopt a local … owns a supply of sand that is in excess of its own needs for the foreseeable future. The town initially acquired this … town board would then sell the sand to generate revenue for the sewer district. A town improvement district, such as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-17DiNapoli: Better Monitoring of "Leandra’s Law" Enforcement Needed
… Drunk drivers convicted of certain alcohol-related offenses are not always being … for attempting to operate their vehicles while under the influence or for tampering with the court-ordered ignition interlock device (IID) in their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-better-monitoring-leandras-law-enforcement-neededOpinion 89-45
… LAWS -- Compensation (fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) … Board of Appeals (paying fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) … -- Compensation (fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) TOWN …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-45DiNapoli: Number of New Yorkers Going Hungry Increases Despite Improving Economy
… 2019 through 2021. Nationally, food insecurity increased for the first time in over a decade to 11.2% during 2020 … eat. I urge the federal government to expand eligibility for nutrition assistance programs so we can make sure … and March 2024. State Budget Actions The enacted budget for State Fiscal Year 2024-25 draws on state and federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-number-new-yorkers-going-hungry-increases-despite-improving-economyDiNapoli: Priceline Commits to Improve Gender and Racial Diversity on its Board of Directors
… seek in its board members. When the Fund filed its request for Priceline to commit to board diversity, the company had … long-term company growth. Priceline should be commended for pursuing board diversity.” View the proposal that was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapoli-priceline-commits-improve-gender-and-racial-diversity-its-board-directorsState Ends 2015-16 Fiscal Year with Strong Cash Position Largely From Temporary Resources
… website called Open Book New York ( www.openbooknewyork.com ). … The state collected $1533 billion in State Fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-ends-2015-16-fiscal-year-strong-cash-position-largely-temporary-resourcesDiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College
… to attend college. We're grateful to New York City and to NYC Kids RISE for their efforts to increase college … Office of the State Comptroller by the Mayor's Office and NYC Kids RISE. "The elimination of the minimum contribution … and administering New York's 529 College Savings Program Read or download the Direct Plan disclosure booklet here …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-nyc-make-it-easier-save-collegeDiNapoli: Unsafe Conditions, Questionable Spending Found at Affordable NYC Housing Complexes
… spending at three affordable housing complexes show a need for greater oversight of the Mitchell-Lama program by the New … overseeing the Mitchell-Lama program and ensure funding for these buildings goes toward their maintenance.” The … paint on one building’s façade. “Mitchell-Lama has for decades been a vital tool for affordable housing, as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-unsafe-conditions-questionable-spending-found-affordable-nyc-housing-complexesFormer Avon Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Federal Funds
… Trini E. Ross announced today that that Joseph Geer, 40, of Caledonia, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth … in prison, and a fine of $250,000. Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas M. Testani, who is handling the case, stated that in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/former-avon-police-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-federal-fundsDiNapoli: Federal Funding Uncertainty Jeopardizes Impact of Inflation Reduction Act for New Yorkers
… Reduction Act (IRA), including close to $2 billion in funds for environmental and energy purposes that could … issued by President Trump. “The possible policy changes in Washington could lead to delays or cuts to the remaining … tax credits,” DiNapoli said. “Given the strong interest in improving affordability for consumers, small businesses, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-federal-funding-uncertainty-jeopardizes-impact-inflation-reduction-act-new-yorkersDiNapoli: State Must Improve Management of Medical Equipment Stockpile After Spending Millions During the COVID-19 Pandemic
… of Health to develop and execute a strategic plan for the maintenance and use of these and future medical equipment purchases, so New York is well prepared for the next public health emergency.” To compete for the purchase of durable medical equipment (DME) at the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-state-must-improve-management-medical-equipment-stockpile-after-spending-millions-duringMaternal Health
… and any life-threatening medical complications or the need for life-saving interventions during delivery. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2020 data, the … mortality rate of 19.3 deaths per 100,000 live births for 2018 to 2020. However, despite this progress, Black women …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/07/30/maternal-healthNext Generation 911 Services
… secured and conforms with the format and standard for Next Generation 911. The audit covered the period January … a role in the transition. DHSES is the principal agency for interoperable and emergency communications issues, … & Emergency Communications. The Board is responsible for making recommendations regarding the development, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/04/next-generation-911-servicesDiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law
… implement the law locally and are reimbursed by the state for costs,” DiNapoli said. “Our analysis shows a recent … progresses.” Counties are reimbursed by the state for all new and ongoing costs associated with implementation of RTA. To qualify for reimbursement, counties must adhere to the state property …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-releases-report-state-spending-implement-raise-age-lawNew York Local Government and School Cybersecurity: A Cyber Profile
From 2019 through July 31, 2023, DiNapoli’s Local Government and School Accountability division released more than 190 information technology (IT) audits, finding more than 2,400 cybersecurity-related issues. The audits focused on breakdowns or gaps in fundamental cybersecurity components.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/nys-local-gov-school-cyber-profile.pdf2022 New York Environmental Protection and Spill Compensation Fund Annual Financial Report
The New York Environmental Protection and Spill Compensation Fund (Fund) was established in 1978 by Article 12 of the New York State Navigation Law, and administrative and operational responsibility for the Fund was assigned to the State Comptroller.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/about/pdf/oil-spill-annual-report-2022.pdfAllocation, Billing, and Collection of Expenses of Administering the Motor Vehicle Financial Security Act and the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act (Follow-Up) (2021-F-3)
To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report, Allocation, Billing, and Collection of Expenses of Administering the Motor Vehicle Financial Security Act and the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act (2019-S-5).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-21f3.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York
While the FY 2024 budget remains balanced, the city-stated budget gap in FY 2025 is $7.1 billion, the highest level on record and the highest share of city-funded revenue since FY 2011, suggesting significant budgetary pressure to manage.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-16-2024.pdf