Legislature: committees; membership on a bipartisan, bicameral oversight committee to review departmental or agency audits; modify. Amends title of 2003 PA 1 (MCL 13.101) & adds sec. 2. TIE BAR WITH: SJR G'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the existing state audit committee to ensure bipartisan representation and establish clearer procedures for its operation. Specifically, it outlines the composition of the joint oversight committee, requiring an equal number of members from the House of Representatives and the Senate, with no more than four members from the same political party. It also details appointment processes, term lengths, removal procedures, meeting schedules, quorum requirements, and the committee’s authority to conduct reviews, make recommendations, and hire staff.
Key provisions
- Establishes a joint oversight committee with equal representation from the House and Senate.
- Requires a bipartisan composition of the committee, limiting the number of members from the same political party to four.
- Details appointment procedures for committee members.
- Specifies term lengths for committee members.
- Outlines procedures for removing committee members.
- Mandates quarterly meetings or more frequent meetings as needed.
- Defines quorum requirements for committee action.
- Grants the committee authority to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses, and review audit reports.
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- Legislature
- House of Representatives
- Senate
- Auditor General
- State Agencies and Departments
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