Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is interested in information pertaining to fraud, waste, abuse, or mismanagement of local, state, or federal education funds (including information on vendors who receive education funds). Both the Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education  take these concerns very seriously. Once an allegation of fraud, waste, or abuse is received, NYSED will take the following actions:

  • Conduct a preliminary assessment, with one of the following three results:
    1. Begin audit or review;
    2. Refer to another agency/authority; or
    3. Close the case.

Individuals who make an allegation are not required to identify themselves; they may remain anonymous. In such cases, NYSED will assess the information provided, given the constraints of an anonymous contact. Therefore, persons making a complaint may wish to provide contact information in the event additional questions arise.

Tips for submitting information

How to Report

If you have information you would like to report to NYSED you may choose any one of the following reporting methods:

  1. Electronic Complaint Form
  2. E-Mail: FWA@mail.nysed.gov
  3. Fax: 518-473-0259
  4. Phone: 518-474-3062
  5. Mail:New York State Education Department
            Office of Audit Services, Room 524 EB
            89 Washington Avenue
            Albany, New York 12234

 

 

Last Updated: February 25, 2009