Audit
Illinois Auditor General
IAG
89/100
Summary
The Illinois Auditor General is appointed by a three-fifths supermajority of the General Assembly to a ten-year term and is a constitutional officer under the Illinois Constitution. This structure gives the office unusually strong independence. The Auditor General conducts financial, compliance, and performance audits of state agencies and can be removed only through impeachment.
Independence Scorecard
89/100
Strong
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Supermajority legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 10 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
- Illinois State Auditing Act
- Citation
- 30 ILCS 5/
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All state agencies and entities receiving state funds