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New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu and Medicaid Fraud Division Director Josh Lichtblau joined AARP New Jersey for a Tele Town Hall to discuss ways to protect older New Jerseyans from fraud and financial abuse.

New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu answers questions during an AARP New Jersey Tele Town Hall.

Medicaid Fraud Division Director Josh Lichtblau answers questions during an AARP New Jersey Tele Town Hall.

Thank you to AARP New Jerseu for hosting today's Tele-Town Hall on protecting older New Jerseyans from fraud and financial abuse.

The Office of the State Comptroller remains committed to safeguarding public funds and supporting residents across the state.

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In partnership with AARP NJ Live Tele-Town Hall: Fraud Prevention Photos of speakers with text Shirley Emehelu New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Josh Lichtblau Director Medicaid Fraud Division April 22 | 10 AM Call in (855) 962-1118 Logo and url of the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller Nj.gov/comptroller

The Office of the State Comptroller is joining AARP New Jersey for a live Tele-Town Hall on protecting older New Jerseyans from fraud and financial abuse.

📅 April 22
⏰ 10 AM

Anyone can tune in at (855) 962-1118 to learn how to spot scams and safeguard your finances.

A court ordered a former Pleasantville employee to repay an improper sick leave payout of more than $83,000 previously flagged by @njcomptroller.bsky.social.

Accountability matters and this is a step toward recovering taxpayer funds.

Read more: www.nj.gov/comptroller/...

💼 We’re hiring. ✨

Join the Office of the State Comptroller as Director of our Medicaid Fraud Division and help protect critical public resources. 🩺

🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/3SgwbfH

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Working with partner agencies strengthens our ability to serve NJ taxpayers.

Acting State Comptroller Shirley Emehelu, NJ State Commission of Investigation Executive Director Bruce Keller, and their teams met last week to explore opportunities for collaboration in combating fraud, waste, and abuse.

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Want a rewarding career in state government? OSC is hiring!

⚖️ Supervising Attorney, Investigations
🏛️ Deputy Director, Investigations
📜Supervising Attorney, Medicaid Fraud - Regulatory and Exclusions Unit

Explore careers with us: https://bit.ly/3SgwbfH

Our offices discussed reinforcing our shared commitment of ensuring accountability and transparency across state government.

Image: Photo of New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu, New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, and Acting New Jersey State Police Superintendent Jeanne Hengemuhle standing with team members from both agencies during a meeting on strengthening inter agency collaboration.

This week, New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Shirley Emehelu met with @newjerseyoag.bsky.social's Jennifer Davenport and Acting New Jersey State Police Superintendent Jeanne Hengemuhle to discuss strengthening oversight and protecting taxpayer dollars.

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Want to bring a conversation about transparency and accountability to your community?

OSC is now accepting speaking requests for Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu.

Invite the Acting State Comptroller: https://bit.ly/4ryptjS

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Have you ever wondered how your tax dollars are spent?

Public funds support programs across New Jersey, from education to public safety.

OSC reviews government spending to help ensure those dollars are used for their intended purpose—values at the heart of Sunshine Week.

“Transparency protects public funds from waste, misuse, and mismanagement of public dollars. New Jersey's taxpayers have a right to know their money is being spent lawfully and in service of the public good." -- Shirley U. Emehelu, New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Logo of the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller

Transparency is at the center of our work at OSC.

This Sunshine Week, we reaffirm our commitment to open and accountable government in New Jersey.

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When OSC audits a state agency, we follow Yellow Book standards.

We use a clear process with review, communication, and verification at each stage to help make government in NJ more efficient.

We publish all of our audits on our website.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/40iy3Ip

Transparency and accountability matter.

At the Office of the State Comptroller, our team performs audits, investigates misconduct, and ensures resources are used efficiently.

On Employee Appreciation Day, we recognize the professionals committed to strengthening trust in NJ government.

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🆕 Sunrise Clinical Lab violated NJ Medicaid regulations by billing for drug tests without obtaining required physician signatures in 24 percent of the instances OSC reviewed, and failed to perform tests ordered by doctors, potentially compromising patient care.

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Through audits and investigations, OSC uncovers fraud, waste, and abuse at all levels of NJ government.

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As Women’s History Month begins, OSC celebrates the women whose work and achievements have helped move New Jersey and our nation forward.

We also highlight that Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu is the first woman to lead our agency.

OSC employees volunteered during their lunch hour to pack lunch bags for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.

OSC employees volunteered during their lunch hour to pack lunch bags for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.

OSC employees volunteered during their lunch hour to pack lunch bags for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.

OSC employees volunteered during their lunch hour to pack lunch bags for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.

This week, OSC staff marked Random Acts of Kindness Week by volunteering during their lunch hour to pack lunch bags for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.

Small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect.

At OSC, we’re committed to doing good where we work and live.

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NJ has a new law allowing beach towns to:

🏖️ Close lifeguard pension plans to new hires
💵 Return contributions to those who do not qualify

The law modernizes a 1928 mandate, creating an opportunity for towns to manage costs.

Read OSC’s review from last summer: https://bit.ly/osclifeguard

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OSC is hosting a Medicaid compliance webinar for Allergy and Immunology providers to strengthen program integrity and enhance adherence to NJ Medicaid regulations.

📅 Feb 25 | 10–11:30 AM
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MOOqJs

OSC remains committed to building a diverse, skilled workforce that serves the people of New Jersey.

She also shared her pride in being the first woman in this role, alongside the many talented women leaders at OSC who work every day to promote transparency and accountability in state government.

Emehelu expressed how honored she is to be nominated to serve as New Jersey's State Comptroller.

Photo: Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu speaking at a networking reception hosted by Rutgers University's Center for American Women and Politics. Image used with permission from the Center for American Women and politics.

Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu recently attended a networking reception hosted by @cawp-ru.bsky.social, an organization that promotes knowledge about women's participation in American politics.

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This Black History Month, OSC honors the legacy and memory of John Lewis, an icon of courage and justice whose commitment to civil rights and equality has inspired generations.

The Acting Comptroller is grateful to Governor Sherrill for her nomination and pledges to carry on the crucial work of ensuring accountability and transparency in New Jersey government.

Shirley U. Emehelu is sworn in as New Jersey Acting State Comptroller by the Hon. Zahid N. Quraishi, U.S.D.J., while her family looks on.

Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu and the Hon. Zahid N. Quraishi, U.S.D.J. review the Oath of Allegiance and Oath of Office.

New Jersey Acting State Comptroller Shirley U. Emehelu poses for a photo with her family after her swearing in.

Today, Shirley U. Emehelu was sworn in as New Jersey's Acting State Comptroller by the Hon. Zahid N. Quraishi, U.S.D.J., with her family by her side.

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his commitment to justice and equality.