Signed by Governor Mike Parson

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that expands state auditor powers by allowing the office to audit any local government if an investigation shows the government acted improperly in Missouri.

Highlights:

• Defines “improper government activity” as official misconduct, fraud, misappropriation, mismanagement, waste of resources, or a violation of state or federal law, rule, or regulation (Sec. 1). 

• Specifies that the state auditor has the authority to audit all political subdivisions if the auditor believes there has been improper usage of funds  (Sec. 1). 

• Specifies that the cost of audits will be paid out of the state auditors budget (Sec. 1). 

• Requires testimony and records obtained through the authority to subpoena under this section shall be subject to the same confidentiality and disclosure provisions (Sec. 1).

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