Audit
Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau
LAB
60/100
Summary
The Wisconsin State Auditor heads the Legislative Audit Bureau and is appointed by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. The office conducts financial and program evaluation audits of state agencies and the University of Wisconsin System.
Independence Scorecard
60/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | For cause 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
- Wisconsin Statutes, Chapter 13, Subchapter IV — Legislative Audit Bureau
- Citation
- Wis. Stat. §§ 13.94-13.965
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State agencies, University of Wisconsin System, and entities receiving state funds