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This bill amends the existing law regarding performance audits conducted by the state auditor to include a new requirement for social equity impact analysis. The bill expands the scope of performance audits to cover various governmental entities, including state and local governments, educational and transportation entities, and other governmental agencies. The audits will now include 10 specific elements, with the new tenth element being an analysis of the social equity impact of programs or services. The state auditor is authorized to conduct independent, comprehensive performance audits that review the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of governmental policies, management, and operations. The bill mandates that audit reports be submitted to corresponding legislative bodies within 30 days of completion, and requires legislative bodies to hold at least one public hearing within 90 days to consider the audit findings. Additionally, the bill requires annual reports from the joint legislative audit and review committee and legislative bodies detailing the implementation of the state auditor's recommendations. The goal is to improve governmental transparency, efficiency, and equity by providing comprehensive and critical assessments of government agencies and programs.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5414&Year=2025&Initiative=false