Harris confirmed as NYDFS superintendent

State Issues State Regulators NYDFS Bank Regulatory

On January 25, the New York State Senate confirmed Adrienne A. Harris as Superintendent of NYDFS. “I am honored to serve as the Superintendent of the Department of Financial Services. As the first African American woman to lead DFS, I am personally committed to working with all stakeholders to build a robust, fair and sustainable financial system, creating a better economic future for all New Yorkers,” Harris said in a press release announcing her confirmation. NYDFS highlighted many of Harris' actions to advance economic opportunities and financial services for consumers in the state during her first 100 days.