New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli released the following statement regarding Gov. Kathy Hochul’s veto of legislation that would have increased transparency on state spending and was supported unanimously in both the State Senate and Assembly:

“I am very disappointed the Governor vetoed our bill requiring more transparency and accountability for billions in emergency contracts and those that bypass routine 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 Assembly and the Senate. We’ll work with our legislative sponsors, Senator Cooney and Assemblywoman Solages, to keep pushing for it and keep taxpayers informed about where their money is going. Transparent government is accountable government.”