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In 2025, my office delivered strong, independent oversight during a year marked by economic uncertainty and shifting federal priorities. As Washington policy changes raised concerns about funding for essential services, we released more than 400 reports and audits focused on protecting New Yorkers’ access to health care, education, child care, housing, and vital safety-net programs like SNAP and Medicaid.
Through investigations into public corruption and pension fraud, and strong partnerships with law enforcement across the state, our work has supported 381 arrests and recovered $105.6 million for taxpayers. And despite domestic and global volatility, the $273.1 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund remained one of the nation’s strongest public pension funds in the nation, safeguarding the retirement security of 1.2 million members, retirees, and beneficiaries.
We also made important progress returning lost money to its rightful owners. In 2025 alone, $580 million in unclaimed funds was returned with the help of a new program that expediates payments of up to $250—without the need to file a claim.
As we embark on a new year, I remain committed to providing the independent oversight, accountability, and transparency New Yorkers expect and deserve, and look forward to working together to create a better future for our great state.
Sincerely,
Thomas P. DiNapoli
New York State Comptroller
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