AGENCY TESTIMONY
Recent accomplishments and legislative achievements
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Commissioner Niblack highlights recent accomplishments of the Department of Finance, including website redesign and new online tools. He also discusses successful legislative efforts at the state level.
- Mentions redesign of website and new online property information portal
- Highlights two key legislative achievements: enhanced ability to prevent deed fraud and authority to inspect and close illicit cannabis shops
- Discusses 'Operation Padlock to Protect' which has already sealed 175 illegal cannabis stores
Preston Niblack
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When I testified before the committee back in March, I told you about some of DAF's most important recent accomplishments, including the redesign of our website, our new online property information portal, renewed engagement with tax practitioners, and a record number of outreach events related to the annual notice of property value.
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I'm pleased to share additional good news resulting from our legislative efforts at the state level.
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The state budget included 2 items that we had actively supported.
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1st, enhancing our ability to prevent, prosecute, and rectify deed fraud.
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And second, giving us the authority to inspect, fine, and close illicit cannabis shops.
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As you know, sheriff Miranda is leading a multiagency enforcement action to shut down illegal cannabis shops across the 5 boroughs.
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Operation Padlock to Protect has hit the ground running.
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In its 1st few weeks, the operation has already sealed 175 stores.
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These are priorities for the Adams administration, and their achievement will mean a safer New York for everyone.
