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Thomas "Tom" P. DiNapoli

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Thomas "Tom" P. DiNapoli
Candidate for New York Comptroller
DEM INCUMBENT
Biography
Thomas "Tom" P. DiNapoli is the current New York State Comptroller, serving since 2007. A lifelong Long Islander, he previously served in the NY State Assembly from 1986 to 2007, chairing several committees. Known for his integrity and bipartisan approach, DiNapoli has been re-elected multiple times and manages the state's third-largest pension fund.
Top Priorities
  • Fighting waste, fraud, and abuse through audits and oversight
  • Ensuring financial accountability, budget reforms, and fiscal stress warnings
  • Managing the NY State & Local Retirement System and promoting transparency
Campaign Finance
Total Raised
$9,331,914
Top Donor Industries
Labor
Key Voting Record
Transition of pension fund investments to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 N/A
The Comptroller's office initiated a policy to transition state pension fund investments to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, aiming to protect taxpayers and retirees from climate change's fiscal impacts.
Efforts to expose corruption, fraud, and theft of taxpayer dollars N/A
The Comptroller's office actively exposes corruption, fraud, and theft of taxpayer dollars, leading to nearly 300 arrests and the recovery of millions in funds.
Shareholder activism for climate change action and corporate diversity N/A
The Comptroller uses the state pension fund's significant shareholder influence to advocate for companies to address climate change and increase diversity on corporate boards.
Proposed legislation to prohibit campaign contributions by certain vendors (S.8246) N/A
The Comptroller's office proposed legislation (S.8246), which passed the Senate in 2025, to prohibit vendors from making campaign contributions during active government procurement.
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