Bill > SB00247

This bill, implementing recommendations from the Auditors of Public Accounts, makes several changes to state law, primarily effective October 1, 2026. It revises rules for state agencies regarding payments to employees for agreements that prohibit them from working while still being paid, requiring approval from the Governor or Attorney General for such payments exceeding $50,000 unless certain exceptions apply, such as administrative leave or collective bargaining agreements. The bill also modifies requirements for foundations that work with state agencies, ensuring agreements specify when foundations will reimburse the state for expenses, salaries, and benefits of state employees providing services to the foundation. Furthermore, it removes the Comptroller from the Treasurer's audit, limits the State Contracting Standards Board's ability to request audits from the Auditors of Public Accounts, and adjusts provisions related to state agency contracts for auditing services, requiring agencies to provide requested audit information to the Auditors of Public Accounts. The bill also establishes a timeframe for quasi-public agencies to submit their annual reports to the Auditors of Public Accounts and mandates that the annual financial review of the Technical Services Revolving Fund be conducted as part of the State Comptroller's overall financial report audit.

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