Audit
Hessischer Rechnungshof
80/100
Summary
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The Hessischer Rechnungshof is the supreme audit institution of the Land Hesse. Its President is elected by the Hessischer Landtag for a 12-year non-renewable term with judicial-style tenure protection. The Rechnungshof has full statutory access to state records and submits annual advisory reports (Bemerkungen) to the Landtag.
Independence Scorecard
80/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 12 years |
| Removal standard | Cannot be removed before term expires |
| Budget independence | Self-funded / fee-based |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Gesetz ueber den Hessischen Rechnungshof und Landeshaushaltsordnung Hessen
- Citation
- HRHG; LHO Hessen
Jurisdiction scope
Hessian state agencies, and entities receiving state funds; financial and performance audit