New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A10038

Introduced
1/30/26  

Caption

Requires audits by the comptroller in the event of arrest or conviction of contractors of certain sections of law relating to theft and fraud.

Impact

The implementation of A10038 is expected to reinforce the integrity of public spending in New York. With stricter oversight on contractors who face criminal charges or convictions, the bill seeks to prevent taxpayer funds from supporting unethical practices such as wage theft. This change can lead to a broader ripple effect within the construction and public works sectors, encouraging better compliance with labor standards and promoting fairness in contractual agreements.

Summary

Bill A10038 proposes a significant amendment to the state finance law by mandating audits conducted by the state comptroller upon the arrest or conviction of contractors implicated in specific violations related to wage theft and fraud. This includes those violations outlined in areas like insurance law and labor law. By extending the accountability across contractors and their affiliates, the bill aims to enhance oversight of public works projects that have received state funding, ensuring greater transparency and adherence to legal standards.

Contention

While proponents of A10038 may argue it establishes necessary protections for workers and taxpayers alike, there could be contention regarding the operational implications for contractors. Critics may express concerns about the potential for punitive measures that could ensue from a contractor’s arrest or conviction even before a definitive legal outcome. Such fears could possibly discourage contractors from engaging in state-funded projects due to the heightened scrutiny and repercussions associated with the audits.

Companion Bills

NY S09386

Same As Requires audits by the comptroller in the event of arrest or conviction of contractors of certain sections of law relating to theft and fraud.

Previously Filed As

NY S09386

Requires audits by the comptroller in the event of arrest or conviction of contractors of certain sections of law relating to theft and fraud.

NY S08661

Requires the state comptroller to procure the services of one or more independent private professional services firms with expertise in accounting, auditing, and fraud detection to conduct a comprehensive audit of state government programs receiving state funds; requires the auditing firm to report fraud, abuse or other unlawful conduct to appropriate law enforcement agencies; requires the audit to be made publicly available.

NY HB909

Relating to law enforcement misconduct and law enforcement interactions with certain detained or arrested individuals and other members of the public, to public entity liability for those interactions, and to the confinement, conviction, or release of detained or arrested individuals.

NY S09678

Adds employee-owned enterprises and worker cooperatives to the list of preferred contractors for public contracts in the state; authorizes such enterprises and cooperatives to make certain purchases from centralized contracts for commodities, subject to conditions of the office of general services; authorizes the comptroller to conduct certain audits of employee-owned enterprises and worker cooperatives.

NY A08038

Imposes a fee for certain convictions to benefit animal shelters; establishes the animal offenses assistance fund.

NY A08236

Requires each state agency that publishes reports containing data on its website to post such reports in a machine-readable format; requires the state comptroller to conduct compliance audits and issue a written report to the legislature, the governor, and the audited agencies.

NY S09657

Requires the prosecutor to report convictions of certain persons subject to the office of professional medical conduct to the court after conviction and prior to sentencing.

NY A10972

Requires that certain transportation facilities operated by public authorities implement traveler-friendly concession pricing which is no more than the average retail price of such items at similar commercial establishments within a certain radius; authorizes the office of the comptroller to conduct random audits and to enforce such pricing requirements.

NY S08708

Requires that certain transportation facilities operated by public authorities implement traveler-friendly concession pricing which is no more than the average retail price of such items at similar commercial establishments within a certain radius; authorizes the office of the comptroller to conduct random audits and to enforce such pricing requirements.

NY A09142

Permits admission of spontaneous statements by victims of certain frauds, abuse and theft offenses, who are a vulnerable elderly person, an incompetent or physically disabled person, or a person who has been determined to be incapacitated.

Similar Bills

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