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HB 1823

requiring every school, school district, and school administrative unit to produce independent audits and financial reports to be posted publicly and sent to the department of education and the department of revenue administration.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Luneau

Overview: HB 1823, "requiring every school, school district, and school administrative unit to produce independent audits and financial reports to be posted publicly and sent to th

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0397h (NT)
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Bill Summary · HB 1823

Overview: HB 1823, "requiring every school, school district, and school administrative unit to produce independent audits and financial reports to be posted publicly and sent to the department of education and the department of revenue administration", is a bill to be introduced on 01/07/2026 and referred to the Education Policy and Administration committee.

Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability in the financial management of public schools by mandating the production and public disclosure of independent audits and financial reports.

Key Provisions:
- Requires every school, school district, and school administrative unit to conduct independent financial audits annually
- Mandates the public posting of these audits and financial reports on the school's/district's website
- Requires the reports to be submitted to the state Department of Education and Department of Revenue Administration

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would affect all public schools, school districts, and administrative units in the state. The increased financial transparency and oversight could help identify mismanagement or improper use of funds, potentially leading to improved fiscal responsibility and resource allocation.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the pre-introduction stage and is expected to be formally introduced and referred to the Education Policy and Administration committee on 01/07/2026. The legislative process will then determine the next steps and timeline for consideration and potential passage.

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

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