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DiNapoli Warns Federal Cuts to Health Care Could Hurt Millions of New Yorkers
… and some members of Congress could cut federal funding for those programs by billions of dollars and jeopardize … health insurance in New York. Estimates reported by the National Center for Health Statistics found that the percentage of New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-warns-federal-cuts-health-care-could-hurt-millions-new-yorkersInspecting Highway Bridges and Repairing Defects
… anticipated inspection, would likely become a clear and present danger. A Safety Flag is defined as a condition presenting a clear and present danger to vehicle or pedestrian traffic, but there is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/19/inspecting-highway-bridges-and-repairing-defectsPartial Lump Sum Payment – Regional State Park Police Plan
… To be eligible to choose a partial lump sum payment (PLS), you must: Retire under a special 20- or 25-year plan; … When you file for retirement, if you are eligible for PLS, we will send you a special Option Election Form so you can choose a PLS payment along with the standard retirement option you …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/partial-lump-sum-paymentNew York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Martin Luther King Day
… The Rev. Martin Luther King’s life mission was to bring equal opportunity for all people in employment, education and civic life. His dream was a country where every one of us would be judged by our actions and abilities, not the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-martin-luther-king-dayOpinion 90-40
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. VILLAGE MAYOR -- … the board and he shall vote in case of a tie, however on all matters and questions, he shall vote only in his …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-40Examination of Penalties and Interest Payments
… Key Recommendations Continue to identify and implement strategies to reduce the amount of late payments resulting in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/08/01/examination-penalties-and-interest-paymentsOversight of Construction Management Contracts (Follow-Up)
… ). About the Program The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (Parks) is responsible for operating and maintaining the State park, recreation, and historic site system to conserve, protect, and enhance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/09/08/oversight-construction-management-contracts-followAccess Controls Over Selected Critical Systems (Follow-Up)
… the implementation of the two recommendations included in our original audit report, Access Controls Over Selected … to security and account management and access controls. Our initial audit report, issued on March 21, 2019, examined … unauthorized or inappropriate access to those systems. Our audit covered the period August 1, 2016 through December …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/12/29/access-controls-over-selected-critical-systems-followInvestors Renew Call on Exxon to Address Climate Risk
… A coalition of institutional investors, led by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, as trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (CRF), and the Church … and gas majors, and we have therefore again co-filed the New York State Comptroller's resolution," said Edward Mason, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/investors-renew-call-exxon-address-climate-riskOverview – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… years of credited service and your final average salary (FAS). For Tier 1, 2, 3 and 5 members, FAS is the average of the wages you earned during any 36 … immediately before retirement. The calculation of your FAS can include, but is not limited to, the following types …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/overviewState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on the Passing of Cardinal Egan
… "New York has lost one of our great spiritual leaders. Cardinal Egan was one of … individuals who brought people of vastly different beliefs and backgrounds together. He gave comfort to so many during the difficult days following 9/11 and countless others struggling with personal challenges. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-passing-cardinal-eganDiNapoli: State Missed Out on Over $180 Million in Medicaid Drug Rebates
… The state Department of Health can do more to control costs and save taxpayers money by making sure it gets the drug rebates that it is entitled to … made, making them ineligible for rebates. For example, on one claim where Medicaid actually paid $25,553, DOH could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-state-missed-out-over-180-million-medicaid-drug-rebatesDiNapoli: SUNY Downstate Paid Consultant's Questionable Hotel and Dining Tabs
… of the contract, including pricey rooms at the Carlyle Hotel and a “team dinner” that included cocktails, according … report and Downstate’s full response: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/audits/allaudits/bseaudits/bse20160808.pdf … Pitts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-suny-downstate-paid-consultants-questionable-hotel-and-dining-tabsThe North Country Is Among the Top Regions in the State for Agricultural Sales
… The critical role farms play in New York cannot be overstated, both as an economic engine for … “Volatile commodity prices, labor pressures and extreme weather are adding to the unpredictability of farming that is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-agriculture-report-reveals-economic-growth-and-challenges-facing-new-york-farms-north-countryPerformance of Duty Disability – Police and Fire Plan
… contributions you have made. The contributions required of Tier 5 and 6 members are not annuity savings contributions, and Tier 5 and 6 members would not receive an annuity based on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/performance-duty-disabilityFare Collection
… tickets can be purchased in either hard copy or electronic form. One-way trips range from $1.50 to $29.25. Tickets can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/11/19/fare-collectionComparison of PFRS Benefits
… benefits at age 62 (age 63 for vested members not on the payroll) or with reduced benefits between age 55 and 62 (see …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/comparison-pfrs-benefitsAccounts Payable Advisory No. 31
… Subject : Importance of separating commodity and transmission charges when … expenditure account code information and will position NYS to obtain the best pricing for future commodity … Commodity – Other Fuels & Additives 52039 H&C Commodity – Steam 52040 H&C Commodity – Wood 52041 H&C Commodity – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/31-accounting-utility-paymentsWhispering Pines Preschool, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Purpose To determine whether the costs reported by Whispering Pines … education provider of center- and home-based services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in nine …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/06/02/whispering-pines-preschool-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualDiNapoli: State Needs To Do More for Growing Mental Health Crisis in Schools
… the COVID-19 pandemic created a crisis for many students in New York, but not enough is being done to make sure they … Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in 2020, mental health emergency room visits rose 24% among … 5- to 11-year-olds and 31% among 12- to 17-year-olds. In December 2021, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a warning …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/dinapoli-state-needs-do-more-growing-mental-health-crisis-schools