A surge in Medicaid spending and a $1.5 billion bailout for New York City are raising red flags for State Sen. Tom O’Mara, who says Albany still isn’t serious about fighting fraud and waste.
In his weekly column for Feb. 23, O’Mara argues that state leaders continue to focus on spending more taxpayer dollars while doing too little to control costs or protect taxpayers.
O’Mara points to what he calls “Exhibit A” — a plan to send another $1.5 billion in state funds to help New York City close a multi-billion-dollar budget deficit. He says the bailout comes with no strings attached and no new accountability measures.
He also criticizes continued debate around Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed 2026-27 Executive Budget, especially spending tied to the state’s clean energy agenda and Medicaid program…