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DiNapoli Recommends Ways For LIRR To Get Back On Track
… nine required steps. Our review of an incident at the Little Neck Road Grade Crossing on the Port Washington Branch …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-recommends-ways-lirr-get-back-trackDiNapoli: MTA'S Homeless Outreach Program Didn't Do Much Outreach
… by the nonprofit hired to provide outreach services at Penn Station, Grand Central and elsewhere, according to an … Residents’ Committee (BRC) to provide homeless services at Penn Station, Grand Central, and outlying Long Island Rail … outreach services. DiNapoli’s auditors found workers at Penn Station, Grand Central and other MTA rail stations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/dinapoli-mtas-homeless-outreach-program-didnt-do-much-outreachDiNapoli Releases Analysis of State Financial Plan, Warns of Federal Risks
… federal budget and tax changes, according to a report on the state's Enacted Budget Financial Plan issued today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "The state's fiscal outlook is clouded because of uncertainty … falling revenues, and fiscal practices that obscure the level of spending," DiNapoli said. "If revenues continue …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-releases-analysis-state-financial-plan-warns-federal-risksDiNapoli: Audit Finds NYC Needs to Improve Income Verification and Enforcement at Mitchell-Lama Housing
… apartments in New York City make far more than the program’s maximum allowed incomes and pay a modest … today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit found the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and … apartments in New York City make far more than the programs maximum allowed incomes and pay a modest monthly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-audit-finds-nyc-needs-improve-income-verification-and-enforcement-mitchell-lama-housingDiNapoli: State Agency Mishandled Housing Discrimination Complaints
… The New York State Division of Human Rights (DHR) failed to properly investigate dozens of housing discrimination cases, undermining its mission to … are told they can report it to the state Division of Human Rights and that it will be investigated, but the … The New York State Division of Human Rights DHR failed to properly investigate dozens of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-state-agency-mishandled-housing-discrimination-complaintsDiNapoli: Better DEC Oversight of Dams Recommended To Prevent Failures and Safeguard Communities
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Dam failures are rare in New York, and we want to keep it that way,” … engineering assessments, emergency plans and proof they are operated and maintained in a safe condition at all … over approximately 6,500 dams across the state that are owned and operated by the state, private parties or local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-better-dec-oversight-dams-recommended-prevent-failures-and-safeguard-communitiesNY's Balance of Payments With Washington Remains Positive for Now, but Federal Actions Could Drastically Change State's Financial Picture
… the state ranking 42 nd in federal fiscal year (FFY) 2023 on a per capita basis, according to a report issued today by … limit aid to individuals, and decrease federal spending on payrolls. Most states would lose from such actions, … FFY 2023, federal expenditures for each U.S. resident were on average $4,089 more than they paid in federal taxes; for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/nys-balance-payments-washington-remains-positive-now-federal-actions-could-drastically-change-statesChanges in Federal Policies Pose Significant Risks for New York City's Budget
… promote transparency in government and provide taxpayers with better access to financial data. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/changes-federal-policies-pose-significant-risks-new-york-citys-budgetDiNapoli: Better Reporting and Monitoring of NYC Capital Projects Needed
… notable exclusions. City-funded projects undertaken by the School Construction Authority for the NYC Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-better-reporting-and-monitoring-nyc-capital-projects-neededDiNapoli: Mobile Sports Betting Adds to State Revenue, But Calls to Problem Gambling Hotline Rise as Gaming Expansion Continues
… legalization of mobile sports betting, the New York State Gaming Commission noted a 26% increase in problem … Services and Supports (OASAS) from 2021 to 2022. “Gaming has significantly expanded in the state in the last … mobile sports betting, particularly on young New Yorkers.” Gaming Revenues From SFY 2011-12 to 2022-23, state revenues …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-mobile-sports-betting-adds-state-revenue-calls-problem-gambling-hotline-rise-gamingDiNapoli: State Medicaid Needs to Stop Paying Bills That Federally Funded Plans Should Cover
… guidance. The audit found state Medicaid could have saved up to $294.4 million in payments on medical services if …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/dinapoli-state-medicaid-needs-stop-paying-bills-federally-funded-plans-should-coverDiNapoli: Some Affordable Apartments for Seniors Left Vacant for Years
… The shortage of affordable housing is especially hard on … by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli found. The audit examined whether the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development … The shortage of affordable housing is especially hard on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-some-affordable-apartments-seniors-left-vacant-yearsDiNapoli: Pre-K Special Education Schools Took $1.4 Million in Unallowed Expenses
… Aim High Children’s Services and the Hebrew Institute for the … the rules for receiving taxpayer reimbursements.” Both Aim High and the Hebrew Institute offer special education … in the excessive executive compensation disallowance). Aim High Children’s Services The not-for-profit Aim High …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-pre-k-special-education-schools-took-14-million-unallowed-expensesDiNapoli Examines Faltering LinkNYC Program
… was installing and maintaining the devices where they are most needed. It also did not take action to collect almost …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-examines-faltering-linknyc-programDiNapoli: Bullying and Drug-Related Incidents in Schools on the Rise
… found bullying and drug-related incidents statewide are on the rise, even exceeding pre-pandemic highs, while the … identify solutions,” DiNapoli said. “This report builds on my office’s previous work examining violent and disruptive … found bullying + drugrelated incidents statewide are on the rise even exceeding prepandemic highs while the rates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/02/dinapoli-bullying-and-drug-related-incidents-schools-riseNYC’s Language Access Service Needs (2023-N-11) - Interactive Map
… This map of New York City uses 2023 American Community Survey 5year data to show the number of New Yorkers with LEP in each community …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/nycs-language-access-service-needs-2023-n-11-interactive-mapForest Ranger Disability Benefit (Section 363-e) – Forest Rangers Plan
… Eligibility You would be entitled to this disability benefit if, at the time of filing, you are: Under … your duties as the natural and proximate result of a disability sustained in service, not caused by your own … negligence, regardless of your years of service. (For a disability not sustained in service, you must have at least …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/forest-ranger-disability-benefit-section-363-eChallenging a Determination – New Career Plan
… to be held before a hearing officer. Your request must be in writing and directed to the Hearing Administration Bureau … or call us at 1-866-805-0990 or 518-474-7736 in the Albany, New York area. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/challenging-determinationAccidental Disability – Career Plan
… perform your job as the natural and proximate result of an on-the-job accident not due to your own willful negligence, you may be … Law or if the accident occurred on or after September 1, 1980. The written notice must detail the time and place of … Career Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 Article 11 5 and 6 members covered by Article 11 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/accidental-disabilityOrdinary Disability (Section 362) – Career Plan
… or mental incapacity, and have ten or more years of service credit, you may be eligible for an ordinary … (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year of credited service; or 1/60th (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year … one-third of your FAS. The benefit would also include an annuity based on any annuity savings contributions you have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/ordinary-disability-section-362