Deputies' files which contain more detailed information on lower level policy decisions and programs typically include correspondence, memoranda, reports, and occasional pamphlets concerning administrative matters and policy. Topics addressed include the Liquidation Bureau; the Welfare Fund Bureau; the issue of competitive, guaranteed, or open rating; various types of insurance (auto, homeowners, pension, etc.); and special studies.
Creator
New York (State). Insurance Department. Executive Bureau
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
The series consists of legal documents related to the licensing/regulation of banking institutions that became "inactive" by merging into another institution, surrendering their license, or otherwise leaving the supervision of the Banking Department. Such documents may include those associated with applications for institutional incorporation, name changes, licenses, organizational certification, and/or capital stock changes.
Creator
New York (State). Banking Department
Access Restrictions
Partly restricted by Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) section 87.2(d) and 89.5(a)(1) making "trade secret" information exempt from disclosure; and by Banking Law former section 13.4, making "reports and communications" by staff of the Banking Department to the Banking Board "confidential."
This series documents the activities of the Banking Department in the interim between assuming possession of institutions and their closings. Records were created by liquidating agents appointed by the banking superintendent to investigate outstanding mortgages and loans.
Creator
New York (State). Banking Department
Access Restrictions
Access to records in this series is partially restricted in accordance with multiple state and federal laws. State Archives staff will review requests for specific documents and disclose in accordance with New York State Freedom of Information Law.
This series consists of formal, written reports by attorneys on specific cases or legal problems. Each report outlines the attorney's understanding and analysis of the facts basic to the case or problem, implication of applicable laws, and a suggested course of action.
Creator
New York (State). Banking Department
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Annual financial reports and expense exhibits of insurance companies
Series Number
14361
Summary
This series contains original audited annual financial statements and expense exhibits filed by all insurance companies licensed in New York State.
Creator
New York (State). Insurance Division
Access Restrictions
Series is partially restricted. State Archives staff will review requests for specific documents and disclose in accordance with New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL).
Department of Financial Services Banking Division examination reports
Series Number
B1638
Summary
The Banking Division within the State Department of Financial Services (and its predecessor the State Banking Department) conducts examinations of financial institutions operating within the state, scrutinizing their overall financial status, financial practices, and organizational structure. This series consists of reports of examinations of domestic commercial banks; savings and loan banks, savings banks, and credit unions; foreign-owned domestic banks and investment companies; foreign branches and agencies; and mortgage banks and brokers.
Creator
New York (State). Department of Financial Services. Banking Division
Access Restrictions
Reports in the State Archives' possession are: Restricted for fifty years from the report date and are unavailable for review or publication by anyone other than Banking Department personnel.Banking Department personnel seeking access must produce written authorization bearing a signature of a Deputy Superintendent of Banks and the seal of the Banking Department.
After the aforementioned secured retention period of fifty years: Access to reports in the State Archives' possession will be granted upon the approval of the Superintendent of Banks, or his designee. With such approval, access will be administered in accordance with Archives' established procedures for Administering Access to Confidential Records.