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S 6100

Directs the state comptroller to conduct an audit of monies allocated pursuant to the federal CARES Act and to publish the results of such audit

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker

Requires the state Comptroller to audit CARES Act funds and publish the results, boosting public transparency of how federal aid is spent.

REFERRED TO FINANCE
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Bill Summary · S 6100

Summary of Bill S 6100

Overview

S 6100 would require the state Comptroller to audit funds allocated to the state under the federal CARES Act and to publish the results of that audit. The bill is currently in the Senate finance track, having been introduced on March 5, 2025 and referred to the Finance committee.

Purpose and Intent

  • Promote accountability and transparency regarding how federal CARES Act monies allocated to the state are used.
  • Provide public access to an independent audit of CARES Act funding and expenditures.

Key Provisions

  • Audit Requirement: Directs the State Comptroller to conduct an audit of monies allocated pursuant to the federal CARES Act.
  • Publication of Results: Requires the Comptroller to publish the results of the audit.

Note: The available bill summary does not specify the audit’s scope (e.g., which CARES Act programs or subfunds are included), timeframes covered, audit standards to be used, or the format and frequency of publication.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • State Government and Agencies: Any CARES Act funds allocated to the state that would fall under the Comptroller’s audit.
  • State Comptroller’s Office: Responsible for conducting the audit and issuing the published results.
  • Public and Stakeholders: Access to published audit results may enhance transparency and public scrutiny of CARES Act expenditures.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: March 5, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Finance (senate committee handling fiscal matters).
  • Legislative actions listed: 2025-03-05 – REFERRED TO FINANCE.
  • No specific deadlines or publication timeline are provided in the current summary.

Related Legislation

  • S 6817 (prior-session)
  • S 7948 (prior-session)

These related bills suggest prior-year consideration of CARES Act funds and related audit/reporting provisions.

Questions and Considerations

  • What is the defined scope of “monies allocated pursuant to the federal CARES Act”? (All CARES Act funding or specific programs/agencies?)
  • Will the audit cover past disbursements, ongoing funds, or both?
  • What audit standards and methods will the Comptroller use, and will there be a public report with recommendations?
  • Are there any costs or funding implications for the Comptroller’s Office to conduct and publish the audit?
  • What is the intended frequency of such audits (one-time vs. periodic)?

This summary reflects the bill’s current text and status as introduced. If amended, the scope, timelines, and requirements may change.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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