Bill > SB1339

This bill amends Arizona state law to expand the auditor general's responsibilities specifically regarding community college districts. The bill adds a new requirement for the auditor general to conduct performance audits of community college districts, which will be subject to review by the joint legislative audit committee. Under this new provision, the auditor general will determine which community college districts to audit, and the audited districts must formally respond in writing about whether they agree with the audit findings and intend to implement the recommendations. If a district agrees to implement recommendations, they must submit a written progress report to the auditor general within two years, and the auditor general will monitor and provide status reports to the legislative audit committee. The bill also makes several technical changes to the existing statute, such as renumbering existing provisions and clarifying the auditor general's powers to review and approve financial audits, enforce accounting standards, and report on the compliance of county, community college district, and school district officials. The overall intent appears to be increasing accountability and oversight of community college district finances and operations.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82733