Bill > HB869

This bill requires mandatory performance audits of all state departments, the general assembly, and the judiciary every four years to evaluate their economy and efficiency. The office of administration will be responsible for soliciting bids and selecting an independent auditor to conduct these comprehensive reviews, which will cover executive branch departments and offices including the governor's office, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state auditor, and state treasurer. After each audit is completed, the audited entity must post the results on its website within 30 days, and the office of administration must submit the audit results to the general assembly. If any state entity fails to participate in these required audits, the attorney general can bring a declaratory judgment and injunctive relief lawsuit in Cole County Circuit Court. Notably, if an entity is sued for non-compliance, it will be required to retain its own legal counsel and cannot use the attorney general's legal services. This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in state government by ensuring regular, independent reviews of departmental operations and fiscal management.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB869&year=2025&code=R