Audit
Iowa Office of the Auditor of State
OAS-IA
73/100
Summary
The Iowa State Auditor is independently elected statewide to a four-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office audits state agencies and local governments throughout Iowa.
Independence Scorecard
73/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | Impeachment only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Iowa Code, Chapter 11 — Auditor of State
- Citation
- Iowa Code §§ 11.1-11.42
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State agencies, local governments, and entities receiving state funds