A bill to amend 2003 PA 1, entitled “An act to provide for the audit and examination of this state and state funds; to provide for the audit and examination of the books and accounts of all branches, departments, offices, boards, commissions, agencies, authorities, and institutions of this state; to prescribe powers and duties of certain state officers and employees; to provide for access to records; to provide for the subpoena of witnesses and production of documents and records; to prescribe penalties; and to provide for the administration of this act,” (MCL 13.101) by amending the title, as amended by 2019 PA 156, and by adding section 3.
Expands whistleblower protections and incentives for journalists reporting misuse of Michigan state funds, establishing new procedures for investigation, recovery, and rewards to promote transparency and accountability in state financial management.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations
