Audit
Vermont Office of the State Auditor
SAO-VT
68/100
Summary
The Vermont State Auditor is independently elected statewide to a two-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office audits state agencies and entities receiving state funds.
Independence Scorecard
68/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 2 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
- Vermont Constitution, Chapter II, Section 43 (State Auditor); 32 V.S.A. Chapter 5
- Citation
- Vt. Const. ch. II, § 43; Vt. Stat. tit. 32, §§ 161-167
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State agencies and entities receiving state funds