Audit
Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General
DAG-PA
73/100
Summary
The Pennsylvania Auditor General is independently elected statewide to a four-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office audits state agencies, school districts, and entities receiving state funds.
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
- Pennsylvania Constitution, Article IV, Section 1 (Auditor General); 72 P.S. § 401 et seq.
- Citation
- Pa. Const. art. IV, § 1; 72 Pa. Stat. §§ 401-444
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State agencies, school districts, and entities receiving state funds