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Opinion 96-18
… L 1989, ch 773 as amended by L 1990, ch 17, and City of New York v State of New York , 76 NY2d 479, 561 NYS2d 154, … to the conduct of a referendum on determining Staten Islanders' interest in becoming a separate city). …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-18State Agencies Bulletin No. 966
… Purpose To inform agencies of the 2010 tax related changes. Affected Employees Employees … York State Withholding Rates Social Security and Medicare The Social Security wage base limit for 2010 remains unchanged at $106,800. There is no limit on the amount of wages subject to Medicare withholdings. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/966-summary-tax-related-changes-tax-year-2010Opinion 88-3
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time … or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. FINES AND PENALTIES -- Distribution by State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-3Amusement Park and Fair Ride Safety
… over 5,000 ride permits and collected more than $530,000 in permit revenues. Records indicate that, during this … visits to conduct inspections of rides across the State. In 2013 alone, Department staff performed more than 9,000 … accidents or incidents reported, two of which resulted in fatalities. Department inspectors promptly responded to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/08/12/amusement-park-and-fair-ride-safetyFood Safety Monitoring
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Agriculture and Markets (Department) adequately monitors the processing, distribution and sale of food products in New York State. The audit covers the … September 18, 2013. Background The Department's Division of Food Safety and Inspection (Division) is responsible for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/01/30/food-safety-monitoringOpinion 89-23
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. REAL PROPERTY -- Lease (to State agency at … a State agency, by lease or license, to utilize space in the village hall several times per month for nominal or no consideration. This is in reply to your letter asking whether a village may allow …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-23DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.6% in First Quarter
… showed modest year-over-year growth, led by New York City and its resurgent hospitality industry,” DiNapoli said. “The numbers from the city signal a healthy tax base and a return to its pre-pandemic role as a major driver of … 2019, after having dipped to 41%, on average, in 2020 and 2021. New York City’s growth reflects a tourism industry …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-16-first-quarterDiNapoli: Queens Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $85,000 in NYS Pension Payments Meant for Her Deceased Father
… retirement system,” DiNapoli said. “Thanks to the work of my office and Albany County District Attorney David Soares, … into a bank account that was in his and his deceased wife’s name. He died in April 2020, at which time the pension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-queens-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-85000-nys-pension-payments-meant-her-deceased-fatherState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… funds that Lehman officials should have transferred to New York state. As of March 31, 2015, these funds totaled … subsequently remitted over $1 million of these funds to the state. Of the 72 payments (totaling $1,248,139) paid … Further, there was no evidence ESD took actions to address these instances of non-compliance. For the audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsExcessive Premium Payments for Dual-Eligible Recipients Enrolled in Mainstream Managed Care and Health and Recovery Plans (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the four recommendations … but are not eligible for IB-Dual should be disenrolled from MMC and HARP and moved to Medicaid fee-for-service (FFS) … to address the unresolved issues discussed in this follow-up within 30 days of the report’s issuance. … To assess the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/excessive-premium-payments-dual-eligible-recipients-enrolled-mainstream-managed-care-andDiNapoli Announces Improvements to College Savings Plan to Save Money for College
… Beginning in September, New York's 529 College Savings Program will … it easier for New Yorkers of all income levels to invest in their loved one's future, as the cost of obtaining a … nears college age. More information can be found in the plan's brochure here . In addition to the new …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-announces-improvements-college-savings-plan-save-money-collegeDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Outpaced Projections Through December
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Strong financial markets and economic growth have propelled the state’s revenues … DiNapoli said. “However, recent volatility in the markets and persistent inflation are cause for concern. In addition, … Personal income tax (PIT) receipts totaled $40.7 billion and were $719.3 million above DOB’s financial plan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-outpaced-projections-through-decemberState Agencies Bulletin No. 2309
… (full and part-time), hourly, and per diem employees in CSEA, PEF, DC-37, Council 82, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, UUP, PBA, … extended the Military Leave Benefits through 12/31/2025 in response to the continuing need for New York State employees in the National Guard and Reserves to be activated federally …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2309-2025-extension-military-and-training-leave-benefits-and-stipendsDiNapoli: Town of Alexander Clerk Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Nearly $3,000 of Taxpayer Funds
… to cover her theft. “Ms. Tiede was entrusted to safeguard public finances but instead she allegedly abused her position … State Police for their ongoing partnership in combatting public corruption.” Genesee County District Attorney Finnell … Office is committed to prosecute those who violate the public trust, particularly those who divert public funds to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-town-alexander-clerk-arrested-allegedly-stealing-nearly-3000-taxpayer-fundsReporting Unclaimed Funds to New York State
… securities to the New York State Comptroller’s Office of Unclaimed Funds. Entities required to report and remit unclaimed funds include, for example, banks, insurance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/reportersMember Contributions – Legacy Reporting
… through Retirement Online including their earnings the number of days they worked and more …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/member-contributionsOversight of Select High-Technology Projects (Follow-Up)
… of tax credit programs including the Excelsior Jobs, Film Tax, and Life Sciences tax credits. In recent years, New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/04/15/oversight-select-high-technology-projects-followSocial Services Block Grant – Federal Funding and New York
… The Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) (Assistance Listing Number … institutional care, when appropriate. Funds to New York City The January Preliminary Plan includes $246 million for … $233.1 Note: Numbers may not add due to rounding. Sources: NYC Office of Management and Budget; OSC analysis Impact ACS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/social-services-block-grantDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Total $11.9 Billion in First Half of 2025, Up 3.7% Over Prior Year
… to take advantage of all the financial tools and guidance my office has to offer to help them strengthen their finances …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-total-11-point-9-billion-first-half-2025-3-point-7-percent-over-prior-yearDiNapoli: Former Vernon Center Fire Department Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $300,000
… and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced today. Rose pled guilty to grand larceny in … and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.” James said, “This guilty plea demonstrates the vital … by emailing a complaint to investigations@osc.ny.gov or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/08/dinapoli-former-vernon-center-fire-department-treasurer-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-300000