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DiNapoli Proposes Reforms to Bolster State's Rainy Day Reserves
… the country, New York still lags behind other states when it comes to its rainy day reserves, according to a report released … DiNapoli. “The time to prepare for serious fiscal problems is before they arrive,” DiNapoli said. “The need for a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/12/dinapoli-proposes-reforms-bolster-states-rainy-day-reservesDiNapoli: State's Cash Position is Strong
… DiNapoli has created several tools to allow the public to better track government spending, contracts and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-states-cash-position-strongDiNapoli Op-Ed: Act on Proposal to Help State & Local Governments Pay for Retiree Health Care
… The Albany Times Union today, urging the state Legislature to act on his proposal to create an optional investment pool … and other post employment benefits (OPEB). * * * New York is behind other states when it comes to paying for benefits promised to public employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-op-ed-act-proposal-help-state-local-governments-pay-retiree-health-careAccess to Preschool Special Education Services
… the period from July 2018 through January 2024. About the Program One of the most critical periods of growth in a child’s development occurs during the first 5 years of life. Quality …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/05/access-preschool-special-education-servicesDiNapoli: LIRR Ridership Is Recovering but Service Improvement Must Remain a Priority
… The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is making a steady recovery from the pandemic with growing … from train problems, is troubling, however, because it comes at a time when LIRR needs good service to help convince riders to come back.” LIRR’s 65.2 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-lirr-ridership-recovering-service-improvement-must-remain-priorityDiNapoli: No Good Options for MTA to Manage Hole in Capital Funding
… As the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) adjusts to the loss of $15 billion in congestion pricing revenue and decides which capital projects to cancel or delay, it must prioritize keeping the system in a state of good … pricing revenue means the MTA’s current capital plan is likely to be smaller than its predecessor, adjusted for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-no-good-options-mta-manage-hole-capital-fundingDiNapoli: New Law Makes It Easier for the Comptroller To Return Your Lost Money
… legislation enabling the Office of the State Comptroller to expedite certain unclaimed funds payments of $250 or less. … Every dollar counts and thanks to their efforts, it will be even easier to connect New Yorkers with their lost money.” The average claim paid out is between $50 and $100. Every day, DiNapoli’s office returns …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-new-law-makes-it-easier-comptroller-return-your-lost-moneyXI.2.F Timely Submittal of Contracts – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… Sufficient time must be incorporated to allow for review of contract transactions submitted to the Office of the State … NFP corporations. Significant interest penalties accrue when these contracts are submitted after the start date and result in late payments to the NFP. Agencies are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi2f-timely-submittal-contractsIX.11.A Single Audit Act Accounting and Reporting Requirements – IX. Federal Grants
… New York State is subject to specific accounting and administrative … respects. Following is a general description for how and why this information is used. Guide to Financial Operations REV. 03/10/2025 … New York State is subject to specific accounting and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix11a-single-audit-act-accounting-and-reporting-requirementsIT Asset Management (2022-MS-2)
audit, schools, statewide, IT asset management
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/it-asset-management-2022-ms-2.pdfInformation Technology Governance Security Self-Assessment
The Security Self- Assessment is intended to help personnel responsible for the day-to-day management of IT operations exercise effective IT operation oversight. The Self-Assessment addresses key areas of IT internal controls such as policy, training, access and contingency planning.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/IT-Governance-Self-Assessment-Form.pdfArea #2 – IT Security Training and Awareness – Information Technology Governance
… A well-informed workforce is essential to securing electronic data and IT systems. Local governments and schools cannot protect the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/area-2-it-security-training-and-awarenessOversight of Information Technology Consultants and Contract Staffing (2018-S-38) 90-day response
To determine if the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is adequately monitoring information technology (IT) services procured from consultants...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2019-18s38-response.pdfInformation Technology Governance
The following guidance is intended to make oversight less daunting by providing a path for understanding and strengthening IT internal controls.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/information-technology-governance.pdfOversight of Information Technology Consultants and Contract Staffing (2018-S-38)
To determine if the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is adequately monitoring information technology (IT) services procured from consultants...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2019-18s38.pdfDiNapoli: New York Sending More Tax Dollars to Federal Government Than it Gets Back
… New York State received 84 cents for every dollar it sent in taxes to the federal government in 2016, a wider gap than three … 2016. By far the largest category of federal expenditures is direct payments to or on behalf of individuals, which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-new-york-sending-more-tax-dollars-federal-government-it-gets-backDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Adds $350 Million to Investment Funds Geared to New York Companies
… Retirement Fund (Fund) is committing another $350 million to two investment funds through its In-State Private Equity … “We’ve committed more than $2 billion through this program to invest in New York state companies and I’m proud to continue building on our successful track record.” The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-adds-350-million-investment-funds-geared-new-york-companiesDiNapoli: Food Giant ConAgra Agrees to State Pension Fund's Proposal to Buy Sustainable Palm Oil
New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced that ConAgra Foods Inc one of the largest food manufacturers in the US has committed to using only sustainablysourced palm oil that is grown and harvested in ways that do not contribute to rainforest destruction
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-food-giant-conagra-agrees-state-pension-funds-proposal-buy-sustainable-palm-oilIT Asset Management (2022-MS-2)
… complete report – pdf] We also released 20 letter reports to the following School Districts: Brighton Central School … inventoried and safeguarded information technology (IT) assets acquired or in use during the audit period. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2023/03/16/it-asset-management-2022-ms-2DiNapoli: State Missed Out on Over $180 Million in Medicaid Drug Rebates
… his audits have identified over $1.6 billion in savings. Report Medicaid Program: Maximizing Drug Rebates Under the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-state-missed-out-over-180-million-medicaid-drug-rebates