Audit

Rhode Island Office of the Auditor General

OAG-RI

69/100

Summary

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The Rhode Island Auditor General is appointed by the Joint Committee on Legislative Services to a five-year term. The office audits state agencies, quasi-state agencies, and entities receiving state funds.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 69/100 (good)
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentLegislative appointment
Term length5 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Rhode Island General Laws, Chapter 35-17 — Joint Committee on Legislative Services; Auditor General
Citation
R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 22-13-1 to 22-13-13
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies, quasi-state agencies, and entities receiving state funds