Audit

Vermont Office of the State Auditor

SAO-VT

68/100

Summary

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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

Independence Score: 68/100 (good)
68/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length2 years
Removal standardImpeachment only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — 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
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies and entities receiving state funds