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DiNapoli: Rochester Woman Arrested for Alleged Theft of Nearly $13,000 in Pension Payments
… announced the arrest of a 68-year-old Rochester woman for allegedly stealing $12,973 in state pension payments sent … to District Attorney Doorley and the New York State Police for their partnership in ensuring justice is served." “The … State Comptroller’s Office and the New York State Police for leading this investigation and sharing our commitment to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-rochester-woman-arrested-alleged-theft-nearly-13000-pension-paymentsDiNapoli Proposes Option to Help State & Local Governments Pay for Retiree Health Care
… this issue. More than thirty states have already put rules in place that allow public employers to set aside money today … and plugging the hole before we reach a crisis moment.” In state fiscal year (SFY) 2013-14, the state’s total … and SUNY paid $1.5 billion for retiree health insurance in SFY 2013-14, which is half of what is needed to fully fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-proposes-option-help-state-local-governments-pay-retiree-health-careDiNapoli: Greene County Couple Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Over $35,000 in Pension Payments
… “The defendants allegedly exploited a family member’s death to try to cheat the pension system and enrich … accountable.” “This couple allegedly defrauded and preyed on the New York State pension system, all to fill their … monthly pension payment via check. Stephen’s father died on March 4, 2020 and both pension payments should have ended. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-greene-county-couple-arrested-allegedly-stealing-over-35000-pension-paymentsFormer Village of Candor Mayor Sentenced to Jail Time for Stealing Village Funds
… Steven G. James today announced that former Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead was sentenced to 60 days in jail for his theft of $23,000 in village funds. “Halstead was elected to serve … from it,” DiNapoli said. “He now faces the consequences of his crime. Public corruption does lasting damage to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/former-village-candor-mayor-sentenced-jail-time-stealing-village-fundsDiNapoli: Federal Funding Uncertainty Jeopardizes Impact of Inflation Reduction Act for New Yorkers
… 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), including close to $2 billion in funds for environmental and energy purposes that … and nonprofit organizations have been awarded nearly $2 billion in grants to date. New York state agencies and … the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act IRA including close to $2 billion in funds for environmental and energy purposes that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-federal-funding-uncertainty-jeopardizes-impact-inflation-reduction-act-new-yorkersNew Funding Needed for MTA Improvements to Prevent Unplanned Fare and Toll Hikes
… the completion of Phase 1, recurring costs could exceed $300 million annually, the equivalent of an unscheduled fare …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/new-funding-needed-mta-improvements-prevent-unplanned-fare-and-toll-hikesDiNapoli: Contribute to 529 College Savings Account by Dec. 31 for Tax Benefits
… portfolios have been added to the Direct Plan's three age-based options. This will smooth the transition steps from … conservative investments as the beneficiary nears college age. In addition to the new investment options, program fees … There are over 198,000 Advisor-Guided accounts valued at $4.92 billion. New York's 529 Program has paid out more than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/dinapoli-contribute-529-college-savings-account-dec-31-tax-benefitsDiNapoli: Five Major Companies Adopt Pension Fund's Call for Transparency on Political Contributions
… withdrew its corresponding shareholder proposals filed with Eastman Chemical , Marathon Oil and Valero Energy . Two … filed the proposal at 11 other portfolio companies: Aetna Inc., Delta Air Lines, Express Scripts Holding Co., NextEra … companies have adopted political spending disclosure in agreement with the Fund or after a significant shareholder …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-five-major-companies-adopt-pension-funds-call-transparency-political-contributionsDiNapoli Seeks Stronger Federal Safety Measures for Oil Trains to Protect New Yorkers
… DiNapoli, in a letter released today, called on the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration to strengthen safety … and taxpayers. He cited the finding by the U.S. Department of Transportation that the shippers of oil and the … P DiNapoli in a letter released today called on the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-seeks-stronger-federal-safety-measures-oil-trains-protect-new-yorkersUnited HealthCare – Payments for Fraudulent and Improper Claims Submitted by Davis Ethical Pharmacy
… Ethical Pharmacy inappropriately billed United HealthCare for prescription medications under the State's employee … The Empire Plan (Plan) is the primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP and includes prescription drug coverage. The … on the primary contract, the Department reimburses United for all properly adjudicated claims. Davis Ethical Pharmacy …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/08/13/united-healthcare-payments-fraudulent-and-improper-claims-submitted-davis-ethical-pharmacySpecial Plan for Suffolk County Probation Department Peace Officers (Sections 89-s and 603-o)
… Information for members about 25 year special plan providing alternative retirement benefit for Suffolk County peace officers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/special-plan-suffolk-county-probation-department-peace-officers-sections-89-s-and-603-oQuestionable Payments for Practitioner Services and Pharmacy Claims Pertaining to a Selected Physician (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the implementation status of the four recommendations made in our initial audit report, … Dr. Riaz Ahmad, to support his Medicaid claims. Our review of a sample of Dr. Ahmad’s medical records found they contained … To determine the implementation status of the four recommendations made in our initial audit report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/09/19/questionable-payments-practitioner-services-and-pharmacy-claims-pertaining-selectedUnited HealthCare – Overpayments for Services Provided by Long Island Bone and Joint, LLP
… Island Bone and Joint, LLP waived Empire Plan members’ out-of-pocket costs, and if so, to quantify the overpayments made … primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP, covering a range of services from inpatient hospital care to outpatient … and physician office visits. The New York State Department of Civil Service contracts with United HealthCare (United) to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/03/01/united-healthcare-overpayments-services-provided-long-island-bone-and-joint-llpNew York Center for Child Development, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… services to children with disabilities between the ages of three and five years. For purposes of this report, these programs are collectively referred to … served about 415 students. The New York City Department of Education (DoE) refers students to NYCCD based on clinical …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/12/30/new-york-center-child-development-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualDiNapoli: Former Le Roy Fire Dept Treasurer Sentenced For Gambling-Related Theft of $46,000
… Roy Fireman’s Benevolent Association was sentenced today for stealing nearly $46,000 in public funds to pay for gambling at local casinos, according to New York State … the second degree. He was ordered to pay full restitution for the thefts, which took place from 2007 to 2013. “Too …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-former-le-roy-fire-dept-treasurer-sentenced-gambling-related-theft-46000Special Plan for Town of Elmira District #1 Traffic Officers (Sections 89-q and 603(m))
… Information for members about special plan for Town of Elmira Distract 1 Traffic Officers Sections 89q …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/special-plan-town-elmira-district-1-traffic-officers-sections-89-q-and-603mMedicaid Program – Payments for Fraudulent and Improper Claims Submitted by Davis Ethical Pharmacy
… 30, 2010 (2010-S-15) Department of Health: Rebates and Discounts on Physician-Administered Drugs (2010-S-72) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/08/13/medicaid-program-payments-fraudulent-and-improper-claims-submitted-davis-ethical-pharmacyNew York State Dental Program – Payments for Scaling and Root Planing Procedures (Follow-Up)
… report Group Health Incorporated: New York State Dental Program - Payments for Scaling and Root Planing Procedure s … Interest Group Health Incorporated New York State Dental Program: Payments for Scaling and Root Planing Procedures … report Group Health Incorporated New York State Dental Program P …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/11/12/new-york-state-dental-program-payments-scaling-and-root-planing-procedures-followDiNapoli: Two Arrested for Stealing More Than $200,000 From 86-Year-Old State Pensioner
… a 30-year-old Albany resident, and Devin Zielinski, 33, for allegedly stealing over $200,000 from an elderly victim. … Schodack Police Department they will be held accountable for their crimes, and the victim has received needed care and … placing them in unlivable conditions. There was no regard for the victim’s well-being, who trusted and depended on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-two-arrested-stealing-more-200000-86-year-old-state-pensionerNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Responsible Workforce Management Policy for Private Equity Investments
… which in turn can provide a competitive advantage for companies and their investors.” The private equity … of its approach to workforce issues, leading a growing number of limited partners in private equity funds, including … and Proxy Voting Guidelines , which outline expectations for public companies in its global equities portfolio. NYS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-responsible-workforce-management-policy-private-equity