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State Comptroller DiNapoli and Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities President Brabham Op-Ed: When Federal Policy Undermines College Access, New York Pays the Price
… Brabham co-authored an op-ed in the New York Daily News on how new federal policy changes to lending undermines college access for students in New … OBBBA makes sweeping federal changes that will redefine how students and families afford college. The law ends the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-commission-independent-colleges-and-universities-president-brabham-opDiNapoli: State Health Department Missed $119 Million in Rebates from Drug Companies
… of Health (DOH) failed to collect nearly $120 million in available rebates over a 33-month period from prescription drug makers for the Medicaid program because of ineffective … from drug companies,” DiNapoli said. “DOH must be diligent in its pursuit of rebates and do all it can to save money. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-state-health-department-missed-119-million-rebates-drug-companiesDiNapoli: $10 Million Ponzi Scheme Unraveled Following Nassau County District Attorney Investigation
… District Attorney Madeline Singas announced the arrest of a financial advisor from Pennsylvania and the re-arrest of his alleged collaborator, a financial advisor from … allegedly scamming at least 40 people – many seniors – out of more than $10 million in a Ponzi scheme. "These defendants …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-10-million-ponzi-scheme-unraveled-following-nassau-county-district-attorney-investigationDiNapoli: Former Wallkill Fire District Chair Pleads Guilty in $240,000 Theft
… officer, admitted conning a board member into signing blank checks, which Denardo then cashed for personal use. He began his blank-check scheme as early as 2010, laundering the money …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-former-wallkill-fire-district-chair-pleads-guilty-240000-theftChautauqua County Asst. Treasurer Guilty in $4,100 Theft
… and partnered with Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson in the criminal investigation. Kelley, 48, of … to the public. I thank Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson for working with us on this case.” “It is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/chautauqua-county-asst-treasurer-guilty-4100-theftDiNapoli: Town of Bennington Audit Leads to Arrest
… The clerk in the Wyoming County town of Bennington was arrested today after auditors … and town tax collections but not deposited in the town’s bank accounts, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas … The clerk, Tina Metz, 54, was arrested by the Wyoming County Sheriff's Department and charged with one felony count …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-town-bennington-audit-leads-arrestDiNapoli: Former West Hurley Fire District Chief and Chairman Charged in Corruption Probe
… lifestyle," DiNapoli said. "Thanks to the joint work of my office with District Attorney Carnright, they will now be … acknowledge the professionalism of Comptroller DiNapoli’s team. It is largely through their efforts that we are able to … Fire District who spoke up and brought this matter to my attention. I would like to also thank the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/dinapoli-former-west-hurley-fire-district-chief-and-chairman-charged-corruption-probeNew York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Death of Martin McGuinness
… transformative leadership, and through the efforts of the men and women of Northern Ireland, that peace was realized at … transformative leadership and through the efforts of the men and women of Northern Ireland that peace was realized at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-death-martin-mcguinnessOpinion 91-14
… opinion. MUNICIPAL COOPERATION -- Procedures (necessity for referendum) -- Refuse and Garbage (town refuse and garbage district collecting refuse for village) REFERENDUM -- Permissive (need for prior to cooperation agreement for refuse collection) … located within the town but excluded from the district for the collection of village refuse …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-14Former Hannibal Fire Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing From Fire Company
… Jr., and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced. “Mr. Emmons diverted money meant to protect … it. I thank District Attorney DiMartino and Superintendent James for their continued partnership and ensuring Emmons was … to cheat the fire company out of its rightful funds,” James said. “The disruption of this act serves as a reminder …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/former-hannibal-fire-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-fire-companyDiNapoli: Albany Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $230,000 From Elderly State Pensioner
… Superintendent Steven G. James announced the guilty plea of Devin Zielinski, 33, for stealing over $230,000 from an … is in a safe and secure environment.” “This was a case of abuse of trust and greed. The defendants scammed and stole from a … Superintendent Steven G James announced the guilty plea of Devin Zielinski 33 for stealing over $230000 from an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-albany-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-more-230000-elderly-state-pensionerOpinion 89-49
… in the opinion. FEES -- Court Fees (in proceeding for appointment of administrator c.t.a. or d.b.n., or successor … COURT PROCEDURE ACT, §2402: In a proceeding for the appointment of an administrator c.t.a. or d.b.n., or a … estate assets when a proceeding is brought for the appointment of an administrator c.t.a., administrator d.b.n. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-49NY ABLE Program Helps New Yorkers With Disabilities Cover Costs
… called the New York Achieving a Better Life Experience ( NY ABLE ) program, designed to help individuals with … and county government employees to discuss the program. "NY ABLE offers peace of mind to individuals with disabilities … long-term care can put a financial strain on families. The NY ABLE program provides families and individuals with a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/ny-able-program-helps-new-yorkers-disabilities-cover-costsOpinion 92-33
… PARK DISTRICTS -- Powers and Duties (expenditures for promotional services) LOCAL LAWS -- Pre-emption (special … matters) PUBLIC CONTRACTS -- Professional Services (promotional and publicity services); (procedures for obtaining) -- Contracts Not Requiring Bidding (promotional and publicity services); (procedures for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-33Opinion 92-54
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … purchaser of bonds and notes issued by the town. You state that the individual in question owns less than five … or future sales of obligations by the town. Since you state that the individual's private remuneration and duties …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-54Opinion 91-58
… of express statutory authority ( Mills v Sweeney , 219 NY 213; McCabe v Voorhis , 243 NY 401; Kupferman v Katz , 19 AD2d 824, 243 NYS2d 773, affd …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-58New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Receives Prestigious Award From National Italian American Organization
… with more than 30,000 members and 150,000 family and friend affiliates, has presented the Guglielmo Marconi Award …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/08/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-receives-prestigious-award-national-italian-american-organizationDiNapoli: Local Governments Should Improve Enforcement of State Fire Code Regulations
… The audit reviewed enforcement of the state’s Uniform Fire Code in seven cities and three villages. “Local officials … should a fire or other emergency occur.” The state’s fire code requires every city, county, town and village to … its code enforcement activities. Buildings that contain an area of public assembly must be inspected each year, while …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-local-governments-should-improve-enforcement-state-fire-code-regulationsDiNapoli: Pennsylvania Man Impersonated Deceased Father to Steal His NYS Pension and Social Security Payments
… Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the Social Security Administration Office of Inspector General … Gritman, a Pennsylvania resident, on wire fraud and Social Security fraud charges for stealing over $200,000 of … New York State and Local Retirement System and $87,790 in Social Security benefits. “Timothy Gritman hid his father’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/dinapoli-pennsylvania-man-impersonated-deceased-father-steal-his-nys-pension-and-social-securityDiNapoli: Daughter Allegedly Stole Over $240K in Deceased Father's NYS Pension Payments
… DiNapoli, Albany County District Attorney David Soares and the New York State Police today announced the arrest of Alayne Bertolino for allegedly stealing more than $240,000 in New York state … DiNapoli Albany County District Attorney David Soares and the New York State Police today announced the arrest of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-daughter-allegedly-stole-over-240k-deceased-fathers-nys-pension-payments