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DiNapoli Announces Unprecedented Support for Climate Actions During 2021 Proxy Season
… change,” DiNapoli said. “I commend the companies that have accepted our proposals. Our work is not done, however, … a record number of director nominees at companies that have failed to address climate risks. In total, the Fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-announces-unprecedented-support-climate-actions-during-2021-proxy-seasonAmazon Shareholders Urged To Support Audit of Company’s Policies on Racial Inclusion
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today released a statement on behalf of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) to fellow … that don’t live up to their public statements and help address equity, diversity and inclusion put themselves and … approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to block DiNapoli’s proposal from a vote at its annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/amazon-shareholders-urged-support-audit-companys-policies-racial-inclusionDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Will Vote Against Board Members at Corporations With No Women Directors
… Common Retirement Fund (the Fund) plans to vote against all board directors standing for re-election at companies … have no women directors," DiNapoli said. "We're putting all-male boardrooms on notice – diversify your boards to … DiNapoli co-signed a letter with the Coalition calling on all companies in the Russell 1000 with no women on their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-will-vote-against-board-members-corporations-no-women-directorsDiNapoli Announces Change in Leadership of State Pension Fund's Real Estate Advisory Committee
… that after 16 years of distinguished service, David Peirez is stepping down as Chairman of the Real Estate Advisory Committee (REAC) for the New York … commitment to prudent, long-term investing. I’m proud of what we have accomplished and look forward to leading the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/dinapoli-announces-change-leadership-state-pension-funds-real-estate-advisory-committeeDiNapoli: Major Retailers Agree to Report on Efforts to Protect Human Rights, Workplace Safety
… shareholder proposals filed by the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) that asked the companies to report on … rise to child labor, sweatshop conditions and the denial of labor rights. Greater corporate accountability for … policies against unauthorized subcontracting, we must do more to ensure their policies are being upheld throughout …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-major-retailers-agree-report-efforts-protect-human-rights-workplace-safetyGovernor Cuomo and Comptroller DiNapoli Appoint First-Ever Decarbonization Advisory Panel
… New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), on how best to mitigate investment risks stemming from climate change and … maximize opportunities from the new, low-carbon economy. "To address the risks of climate change, New York will … will also look at what other pension funds and investors have done to decarbonize their assets. The panel's …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/governor-cuomo-and-comptroller-dinapoli-appoint-first-ever-decarbonization-advisory-panelDiNapoli Statement on Governor's Veto of Transparency Legislation
… oversight. Without public disclosure of how taxpayer money is being used, it raises questions about whether the public is getting the best value for its money. This legislation had unanimous support in both the … for it and keep taxpayers informed about where their money is going. Transparent government is accountable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-statement-governors-veto-transparency-legislationDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Reaches Agreements with Companies to Evaluate and Set Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Targets
… The New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) has reached agreements with four major U.S. companies to evaluate and set targets to reduce their … New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, trustee of the Fund, announced today. In response to the agreements, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-reaches-agreements-companies-evaluate-and-set-greenhouse-gas-emissionsNY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on the SEC's Adoption of Climate Change Disclosure Rule
State Comptroller DiNapoli released the following statement on the Securities and Exchange Commissions SEC adoption of the Climate Change Disclosure Rule This is a significant victory for investors who are committed to mitigating the real investment risks associated with climate change
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/ny-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-secs-adoption-climate-change-disclosure-ruleNY Common Retirement Fund Announces New Measures to Protect State Pension Fund From Climate Risk and Invest in Climate Solutions
… with my fiduciary duty to maximize investment returns for the benefit of our members and retirees, these actions … and coal and modify its proxy voting guidelines to push for public companies to increase disclosure of their climate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/ny-common-retirement-fund-announces-new-measures-protect-state-pension-fund-climate-risk-and-investDiNapoli & Lander’s Proposal Calling on Wells Fargo Board to Report on Efforts to Prevent Discrimination and Harassment Wins Majority Support From Shareholders
… company’s efforts to prevent harassment and discrimination in the workplace following a majority shareholder vote in favor of a proposal filed by the New York State Common … to Wells Fargo that harassment and discrimination have no business in the workplace,” Lander said. “The support for our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-landers-proposal-calling-wells-fargo-board-report-efforts-prevent-discrimination-andNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (June 3, 2021)
… in Employment Rates for People with Disabilities Have Been Derailed by COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic and … in April 2020. Since then, New York’s unemployment rates have slowly but steadily declined to 8.2 percent as of April … disability, unemployment rates increased more quickly and have remained stubbornly high, disrupting progress that had …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-june-3-2021Independent Review Finds State Pension Fund Operates Under Highest Ethical and Professional Standards
… An independent fiduciary and conflict of interest review of the New York State Common … in transparency, ethics and performance,” DiNapoli said. “I’m proud of the outstanding work my staff has performed, especially under the difficult …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/independent-review-finds-state-pension-fund-operates-under-highest-ethical-and-professional-standardsOverview – What Every Employer Should Know
… want a quick overview of topics you’ll need to be aware of in your new job. Or maybe you’re considering becoming a participating employer in the System and want to know how your decision is going to … circumstances are, we believe the information contained in this presentation will help give you a broader …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/partnership/overviewDiNapoli: Women in New York Still Earn Far Less Than Men
… dollar in 2023, as reported in the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey data. In 2023, New York ranked 4th …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-women-new-york-still-earn-far-less-menNYS Comptroller DiNapoli on Amazon's Racial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practices
… and ensure an equitable and nondiscriminatory experience for all of its employees, customers and stakeholders.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-amazons-racial-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-practicesUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-168
… Questions regarding this Bulletin may be directed to the Payroll Deduction mailbox. … To notify agencies of the new …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-168-new-deduction-code-546-axa-equitable-life-0DiNapoli: Chipotle Needs to Address Concerns Over Racial Equity and Inclusion
… related to civil rights, racial equity, diversity and inclusion, and how these affect the company’s business. “Chipotle has … “More than 60% of Chipotle’s employees are people of color and they have borne the brunt of recent controversies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-chipotle-needs-address-concerns-over-racial-equity-and-inclusionDecarbonization Advisory Panel Report - April 2019
A report on how the Fund can best mitigate investment risks stemming from climate change and maximize opportunities from the new, low-carbon economy.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/special-topics/pdf/decarbonization-advisory-panel-2019.pdfComptroller DiNapoli Announces $50 Million Toward Small Business Relief, Job Retention
… challenges that have put more than a million men and women out of work,” DiNapoli said. “We’re doing what we can … 25 percent of loans are targeted for Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises. Prior to the Fund’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/comptroller-dinapoli-announces-50-million-toward-small-business-relief-job-retention