Joseph Hernandez

Taxes / Budget Hernandez will use this authority aggressively to stop waste, abuse, and improper spending before it occurs. Taxes / Budget Hernandez will support investment strategies that are based on fundamentals, risk management, and measurable returns. Investments must strengthen the economy while protecting the pension fund and taxpayers. There will be no political pet projects and no taxpayer-funded giveaways. Taxes / Budget Hernandez will use audit and contract oversight authority to examine MTA spending, capital projects, and procurement practices. Taxes / Budget Hernandez will scrutinize the state budget to expose hidden spending, unrealistic assumptions, and long-term liabilities that threaten taxpayers and future generations. Taxes / Budget Hernandez will prioritize investment strategies that support job creation, infrastructure, and private sector growth in upstate and western New York. By expanding the tax base and creating good-paying jobs, disciplined investment strengthens public finances statewide. Taxes / Budget By cutting wasteful fees and prioritizing efficient investment strategies, Hernandez will ensure more dollars stay in the fund working for retirees and taxpayers. Taxes / Budget As Comptroller, Hernandez will focus on improving long term returns while reducing unnecessary costs and excessive Wall Street fees. Stronger pension performance helps stabilize contribution rates for municipalities and school districts and reduces pressure on taxpayers across the state. Taxes / Budget Hernandez supports investment in sectors positioned for long-term growth, including advanced manufacturing, technology, energy, logistics, and life sciences. All investments will be evaluated based on performance, sustainability, and their ability to deliver real economic value. Taxes / Budget Hernandez will expand audits of state agencies and public authorities to identify waste, fraud, and mismanagement. Audit findings will be made public, allowing New Yorkers to see where their money is going and how it is being used. When audits uncover wrongdoing, Hernandez will work directly with law enforcement and inspectors general to ensure accountability.