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March 24, 2025

Posted on the Internet by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli

Audit Recommends Improvements in Services for Survivors of Human Trafficking

The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) can take steps to improve its efforts to ensure survivors of human trafficking receive the services and assistance available to them, according to an audit released by Comptroller DiNapoli. The audit found that while programs exist to assist with shelter, medical and mental health care, and legal services, OTDA should do more to help eliminate barriers to assistance and support for victims.

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NYC’s Solid Housing Growth at Risk as Permits Fall

New York City’s efforts to address its housing shortage have led to a growth in supply that outpaced that of the state, but a drop in permits suggests slower growth may be on the horizon, according to a report released by Comptroller DiNapoli. The report examines where new housing has been concentrated since 2010 and implications for growth in other areas of the city. 

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Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Sale of $540 Million State of New York General Obligation Bonds

Comptroller DiNapoli announced the sale of New York State General Obligation (GO) Bonds totaling $539.6 million through competitive sale. Despite recent market volatility, strong investor interest in the state’s full-faith-and credit GO bonds resulted in favorable interest rates and produced savings for state taxpayers.

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Former CFO Of St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Arrested for Stealing Over $26,000

A former chief financial officer of the St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. was charged with stealing over $26,000 from the company, Comptroller DiNapoli, Montgomery County District Attorney Christina Pearson and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced. The defendant was charged with grand larceny in the third degree and forgery in the third degree.

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