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Seized Assets Program (Follow-Up)
… ( 2013-S-46 ). Background The mission of the New York State Division of State Police (Division) is to serve, protect, and defend the people of New York State while preserving their rights and dignity. During the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/11/28/seized-assets-program-followUnited HealthCare – Empire Plan Drug Rebate Revenue (Follow-Up)
… Background The New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) provides health insurance coverage to about 1.2 … The Empire Plan is the primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP, serving about 1.1 million members. The New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/05/15/united-healthcare-empire-plan-drug-rebate-revenue-followSelected Employee Travel Expenses
… as airline baggage and travel agency fees. As part of a statewide initiative to determine whether the use of travel … we audited travel expenses for the highest-cost travelers in the State as well as other outliers. These employees incurred over $100,000 in travel expenses during the three year period ending March …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/10/selected-employee-travel-expensesPersonal Income Tax Refunds
… (Department) for payment were appropriate and processed in accordance with applicable New York State tax laws and … State personal income tax returns. All returns that result in refunds are subject to audit by the State Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/14/personal-income-tax-refundsTown of Volney – Financial Operations Oversight (2024M-93)
… not provide adequate oversight of financial operations. As a result, the Town may have levied more taxes than necessary. … by New York State Town Law (Town Law), Section 123. As a result, the Board was unable to monitor the Town’s overall … the New York State Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) in accordance with New York State General Municipal Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/11/22/town-volney-financial-operations-oversight-2024m-93Local Sales Tax Collections Grew Over 12 Percent in the Second Quarter of 2022
Local government sales tax collections in New York State totaled over $5.5 billion in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 12.2 percent, or nearly $604 million, compared to the same quarter last year. April and May collections grew by 15.7 percent and 16.7 percent, respectively, while June inc
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/local-sales-tax-collections-grew-over-12-percent-in-second-quarter-of-2022.pdfFiscal Stress Monitoring System - School Districts: Fiscal Year 2020-21 Results
This snapshot highlights the FSMS results for school districts that reported for school fiscal year (SY) 2020-21, which ended on June 30, 2021. Fewer school districts were scored in fiscal stress in this year, but the COViD-19 pandemic and the local, State and federal responses to it had a negative
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/fsms-school-districts-fiscal-year-2020-21-results.pdfPassenger Vehicle Fleet Management
… pursuant to Executive Order No. 4 to review and assess New York State government with the goal of saving taxpayer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/02/17/passenger-vehicle-fleet-managementDiNapoli: New York City's Immigrant Population Playing Increased Role in Economy
… Immigrants accounted for $257 billion in economic activity in New York City in 2013, nearly one-third of the city’s total economic output … Immigrants accounted for $257 billion in economic activity in New York City in 2013 nearly onethird of the citys total …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-new-york-citys-immigrant-population-playing-increased-role-economyEconomic and Demographic Trends – 2021 Financial Condition Report
… of 6.1 percent. New York ranked second among the states for job losses in 2020; California ranked highest with a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2021-fcr/economic-and-demographic-trendsDisposition of Farm Assets
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Corrections and … of persons under community supervision (parole). Prior to the 2009-2010 fiscal year, the Department operated farms … These farms produced dairy, beef, and vegetable products to reduce the amount of food purchased. The Department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposition-farm-assetsCollege of Optometry – Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… the period April 1, 2008 to March 31, 2011. Background New York State’s executive agencies spend between … Related Audits/Reports of Interest State University of New York College at New Paltz: Selected Employee Travel Expenses (2012-S-140) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/14/college-optometry-selected-employee-travel-expensesExamination of Unemployment Insurance Benefit Payments (January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2018)
… and regulations and Department policies and procedures. In addition, we performed data analytics to identify and … by the Department during the period January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018. To accomplish our objectives, we … or representations to obtain benefits to which they were not entitled. Based on overpayments identified during …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/16/examination-unemployment-insurance-benefit-payments-january-1-2018-december-31-2018National Directory of New Hires Data Security
… program recipients, as well as maintain program integrity. All state agencies that receive and process Directory data …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/national-directory-new-hires-data-securityDiNapoli: Despite Progress, Pay Gap for Women Persists
… national gender pay gap has improved from 60 cents in the 1960s, it has remained around 80 cents since 2015. In New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-despite-progress-pay-gap-women-persistsDiNapoli: Inflation in NYC Metro Area Up 6.1% in March, Growing at Highest Rate in 30 Years
… nationally and in other large metro areas, NYC metro area price increases appear poised to outstrip earnings growth. … energy, transportation, recreation and food. While some price increases may moderate in the months to come, … stronger wage growth. DiNapoli’s analysis of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) during the month of March includes: Annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/dinapoli-inflation-nyc-metro-area-march-growing-highest-rate-30-yearsDiNapoli: Report Finds Persistent Problems at Long Island Power Authority
… office found that previous reforms have not reduced costs for ratepayers and debt levels continue to rise. DiNapoli noted that concerns regarding the cost and … rates, improve service and increase accountability for LIPA ratepayers. “Despite repeated reform efforts, LIPA’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-report-finds-persistent-problems-long-island-power-authorityDiNapoli Says Wall Street May Still Have a Good Year Given Strong Start
… at $11.3 billion, the strongest first half since 2011, and may have positioned New York City’s securities industry for a good year despite recent economic developments, … the securities industry faces volatile financial markets and an unsteady global economy,” DiNapoli said. “After years …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/dinapoli-says-wall-street-may-still-have-good-year-given-strong-startUnited HealthCare – Overpayments for Services Provided by Hudson Valley Bone and Joint Surgeons, LLP
… claims from non-participating providers at amounts that are generally higher (and often significantly higher) than … it is with the understanding that Empire Plan members are liable for a portion of the claimed amount, representing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/09/08/united-healthcare-overpayments-services-provided-hudson-valley-bone-and-joint-surgeons-llpDiNapoli: Value of IDA Projects Grew 10% in 2021 to $126 Billion
… in 2021, led by Finger Lakes region IDAs, which reported 80 new projects with a combined project value of $1.9 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-value-ida-projects-grew-10-percent-in-2021-to-126-billion