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State Agencies Bulletin No. 2278
… in the PEF or CSEA Certification, Licensure, and Exam Fee Reimbursement Program, or who used Empire Star Public Service awards for certification, license, or exam fees are affected. Background: Pursuant to Internal … fringe benefits such as the Certification, Licensure, and Exam Fee Reimbursement are considered taxable income. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2278-certification-licensure-and-exam-fee-reimbursement-clefr-2024-0XII.8.D Contract Assignments and Sureties – XII. Expenditures
… assignees and sureties. Business Units are responsible for informing the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) of … and Chapter XI, Section 12.C - Surety Takeovers for the contractual processes related to contract assignments … from a joint custody account. For more information on these liens, please refer to Section 9.C - Reissuing or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii8d-contract-assignments-and-suretiesUse of New York State Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance Funds
… Purpose To determine whether the New York State Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance Fund is used for its … (Parks) to prepare a plan to service the snowmobile trail miles in New York State and established the means to fund a statewide snowmobile trail system. In 1989, Parks completed the plan and the use …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/02/use-new-york-state-snowmobile-trail-development-and-maintenance-funds-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… announced today the following audits and examinations have been issued: Department of Agriculture and Markets: … report. Of the four prior audit recommendations, two have been implemented and two recommendations have been partially implemented. Division of State Police: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsSexual Offender and Management Treatment Act Program
… the period April 1, 2011 to July 25, 2013. Background In April 2007, the Legislature enacted the Sex Offender … the Office has reviewed over 10,500 sex offenders’ cases, leading to 266 sex offenders currently being civilly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/23/sexual-offender-and-management-treatment-act-programDiNapoli: 529 College Savings Program Lowers Fees
… Beginning in September, fees in New York's 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan will be … it easier for New Yorkers of all income levels to invest in their loved ones' futures as the cost of a college … Beginning in September fees in New Yorks 529 College Savings Program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-529-college-savings-program-lowers-feesOpinion 2002-14
… appropriateness of settlement) STATE CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE VIII, §1; VILLAGE LAW §§1-102(5), 4-400(1)(l), … monies to the property owners under these circumstances. Article VIII, §1 of the State Constitution prohibits … or private corporation, association or undertaking. Article VIII, §1 generally prohibits the expenditure of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-14XI.8.B Multi-Agency Contracts – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… contract is one awarded with the intention that it will be used by more than one agency. Multi-agency contracts are distinct from and not to be confused with centralized contracts for commodities and … contract funds reservation policy, pre-encumbrance may be required in an amount sufficient to cover expected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi8b-multi-agency-contractsOpinion 2002-16
… CONSTITUTIONAL LAW -- Gifts and Loans (payments to not-for-profit corporation to publicize resources available in … expend publicity fund monies under a contract with a not-for-profit corporation, to advertise and publicize resources … a coterminous village/town may enter into a contract for the payment of monies to a not-for-profit corporation for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-16DiNapoli: Homeless New Yorkers Relying on CityFHEPS Face Significant Delays for Permanent Housing
… oversight of a New York City rental assistance program is leading to significant delays in finding permanent housing … the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) is not properly managing the City Fighting Homelessness and … from $174 million to $365 million. The program’s budget is $816 million for FY 2024. The audit reviewed the program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-homeless-new-yorkers-relying-cityfheps-face-significant-delays-permanent-housingState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that … of the board. As a result, all available board members do not audit and approve individual claims to ensure they are … general fund balance and cash receipts policies. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0DiNapoli: Expansion of Farm-to-School Programs Depends on Innovation and Collaboration
… programs, but the growth of these programs may be limited by various challenges, according to a report … the students exclaim with delight and ask what they will be tasting that day,” said Jamie Lovato, education director … and competing in school food procurement. Farmers may not be aware of the publications in which schools post their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-expansion-farm-school-programs-depends-innovation-and-collaborationNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Executive Budget Proposal
… programs and services that support quality of life in our state, while also ensuring the long-term … of the state’s finances. “With two months left in the state’s fiscal year, tax collections remain relatively … through December. These funds should be used wisely in this shifting economic landscape, and I am pleased the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-executive-budget-proposalState Agencies Bulletin No. 778
… Purpose To advise agencies that the use of fixed amounts or percentages for tax withholdings that are entered into PayServ does not … IT-2104 that has been submitted by an employee. According to Internal Revenue Service Publication 505 (Tax Withholding … To advise agencies that the use of fixed amounts or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/778-fixed-amounts-tax-withholdingOpinion 89-36
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … Whether the permissive referendum requirements of General Municipal Law 6c are applicable to the establishment of a capital reserve fund to construct …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-36Wayland-Cohocton Central School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (2024M-118)
… were not reported to DOH until 240 days after the required deadline, subsequent testing after remediation efforts was … on the District’s website until 48 weeks past the required deadline. Recommendations Before this report was finalized, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/01/17/wayland-cohocton-central-school-district-lead-testing-and-reporting-2024mUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-319
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to explain OSC’s automatic processing of the April 2022 Unified Court System (UCS) Retroactive … The purpose of this bulletin is to explain OSCs automatic processing of the April 2022 Unified Court System UCS Retroactive Security …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-319-retroactive-april-2022-ucs-sled-payment-increaseSelected Payments for Special Items Made to Stony Brook University Hospital from January 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011
… Purpose To determine if Empire BlueCross BlueShield's (Empire's) payments to State University of New York's Stony Brook University … To determine if Empire BlueCross BlueShields Empires payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/01/selected-payments-special-items-made-stony-brook-university-hospital-january-1-2011-throughState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… organizations (i.e., regional food banks, food pantries, soup kitchens) for distribution to people experiencing food … supervising, inspecting and enforcing shelter compliance with applicable rules and regulations. A prior audit, issued … for substance abuse, childcare services and assistance with finding permanent housing. According to its 2023 Annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsOverview – Divorce and Your Benefits
… The New York State Court of Appeals has determined that retirement benefits may be … ends. Retirement benefits could be affected in any of the following ways: An ex-spouse may be entitled to a … of retirement benefits must be stated in the form of a Domestic Relations Order (DRO) — a legal document issued by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/overview