Audit
Burgenlaendischer Landes-Rechnungshof
BLRH
73/100
Summary
The Burgenlaendischer Landes-Rechnungshof (BLRH) is the supreme audit institution of the State of Burgenland, established under the Bgld. LRHG (2001). It is an independent organ of the Burgenland Landtag, not subject to directives from the state government, and is seated in Eisenstadt. The Director is elected by the Landtag (requiring a two-thirds majority) for a non-renewable term of ten years. The BLRH audits the financial management of the state and public entities receiving state funds. Reports are submitted to the Landtag and made public.
Independence Scorecard
73/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 10 years |
| Removal standard | Cannot be removed before term expires |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Burgenlaendisches Landes-Rechnungshof-Gesetz (Bgld. LRHG)
- Citation
- Bgld. LRHG (LGBl. Nr. 61/2001 idgF)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Burgenland state government agencies, public institutions, and organizations receiving state funds