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MA S1699

Establishing a legislative fiscal office


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a legislative fiscal office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a legislative fiscal office to serve as a service agency for the legislature. The office will be led by a director and deputy director appointed by a joint decision of the lieutenant governor, treasurer, secretary of administration and finance, and the chairpersons of the House and Senate Ways and Means committees. The office will provide fiscal analysis on proposed legislation, analyze the Governor's proposed budget, and prepare an annual report on all legislative appropriations. The funds for the office will be appropriated by the Legislature from the state general fund, and its books and records will be subject to audit by the state auditor's office.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4481 (on 05/10/2018)

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