N.Y. Executive Law § 523-d: Additional powers of the office of the ombudsman

§ 523-d. Additional powers of the office of the ombudsman.

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the office of the ombudsman

shall have access to, including the right to inspect and copy, any

records necessary to carry out its rights, powers and duties pursuant to

this subtitle, excluding those protected by statutory privilege.

Consistent with applicable laws and regulations, the confidentiality of

all records and documents obtained must be maintained by the office of

the ombudsman.