New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller

Official account of New Jersey's Office of the State Comptroller. Advancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability in government. New Jersey's watchdog.

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On Veterans Day, we honor those who served our nation and recognize their sacrifice. A special thank you goes to New Jersey’s veterans.

NOTE: All State offices are closed today.

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OSC helps protect taxpayer dollars through independent audits, investigations, Medicaid oversight, and public contracting reviews.

OSC ACTs to promote Accountability, Compliance, and Transparency across New Jersey government.

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💡 OSC has oversight across all levels of NJ government—over 500 municipalities, nearly 700 school districts, all 21 counties, plus state agencies, public colleges and universities, and independent authorities.

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Did you know OSC is on Instagram?

Follow us for snapshots of how we uncover fraud, waste, and abuse and strengthen integrity across NJ government.

See you over at: https://t.co/KPYDxge3aN

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Today is Election Day.
Go vote, New Jersey!
NOTE: All State offices are closed today.

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OSC’s new blog highlights three core financial policies that help local governments strengthen long term fiscal stability and prepare for future budget challenges.

Learn how government agencies can build stronger fiscal resilience: https://t.co/jQl1EH81gi

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What happens when you submit a complaint to OSC’s Medicaid Fraud Division? You help protect taxpayer dollars and strengthen oversight of New Jersey’s Medicaid program.

OSC works to recover misspent Medicaid funds.

Report your concern: https://t.co/fClZJUmfbH

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OSC brought the team together for our Annual Meeting to strengthen collaboration across all four divisions.

As an independent watchdog for New Jersey, OSC’s work is driven by public service and the annual meeting recognized the incredible staff that carries our mission forward.

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No‑bid contracts bypass NJ's typical fair and transparent process because they are not publicly advertised or competitively awarded, often violating public contracting laws.

OSC’s PCO Division reviews procurements to ensure they undergo a competitive bidding process as required.

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Today, OSC’s Investigations Division Investigative Analyst Maira Castellane attended the 17th Annual Financial Justice Summit hosted by @NJCitizenAction’s Education Fund at @SetonHall. OSC’s mission aligns with efforts to strengthen financial accountability across NJ.

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OSC’s Acting State Comptroller gave a presentation for the Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey’s 7th Annual F.A.C.T.S. Conference, focused on fraud awareness and consumer empowerment. Programs like this complement OSC’s mission to strengthen accountability.

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Waste is more than a bad habit—in government, it is a misuse of funds.

OSC works to identify careless or unnecessary spending across New Jersey government and strengthen controls that protect public funds.

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Segregating financial duties is one of the most effective ways public entities can prevent fraud, errors, and mismanagement.

OSC’s latest blog explains why strong internal controls matter for protecting taxpayer dollars and public trust.

Read more: https://t.co/xfrpDfV5MN

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💡 What is a Comptroller?

The Comptroller leads New Jersey’s independent office dedicated to integrity, transparency, accountability, and efficiency in government.

The title has a long history, but today it means safeguarding public funds.

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When you submit a tip to OSC, our Investigations Division reviews the information and determines next steps.

You may not hear back from us, even if your tip leads to an investigation.

Watch our video to learn what happens when you submit a tip.

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OSC takes seriously its mission to safeguard New Jersey’s Medicaid program.

If you suspect fraud, waste, or abuse in the state’s healthcare program, you can report it confidentially.

Call 1‑888‑9FRAUD5 | Email [email protected] | Online: https://t.co/HDr0kzjWE7

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Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu joined the 2026 @AARPNJ Fraud Summit to share how OSC works to protect NJ taxpayer funds from fraud, waste, and abuse. Strong collaboration helps keep taxpayer dollars working for the people they’re meant to serve.

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It’s National Report Kickback Fraud Day. OSC protects taxpayer dollars by uncovering fraud, waste, and abuse across New Jersey government. If you suspect a kickback scheme in a public agency, report it:
✉️ [email protected]
📞 1‑855‑OSC‑TIPS
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Cyberattacks on NJ public agencies are rising.

Learn about key steps agencies can take and the free resources that can help strengthen their defenses.

More info: https://t.co/hAgbuEQ5K2

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Happy Labor Day, New Jersey.

Today, we honor the work of people across our state, including the public servants whose dedication keeps government services operating for our communities.

All NJ state offices are closed today.