Bill > AB733

This bill introduces a new accountability mechanism for state agencies by requiring them to submit annual reports about their outstanding legislative reports. Specifically, by April 1 of each year, every state agency must provide the Legislature with a comprehensive list of all reports they have not yet submitted, including a status summary and explanation for each overdue report. Agencies must also create a compliance plan with specific timelines, goals, and benchmarks for completing and submitting these reports. The bill allows legislative budget committees to require agencies to explain their reporting delays and gives the Legislature the power to withhold appropriations from agencies that consistently fail to submit timely reports. The bill's underlying rationale, as stated in its findings, is that information gathering is crucial to the policymaking process, legislative oversight ensures government accountability, and these reports help evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs. This legislation applies to reports required by law that are effective on or after January 1, 2026, and aims to improve transparency and performance in state agency reporting.

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