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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 3Ch. 3Art. 1§ 13296 State Agency Audit Reporting

§ 13296 State Agency Audit Reporting

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§ 13296 State Agency Audit Reporting

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss (director) must send a checked copy of money checks (audits) to the money controller.
  • •If the money check includes federal money, the boss must also tell the lawmakers and the agency involved at the same time.

Example

A school gets money from the state and the federal government.

The boss checks how the school spent the money. Then, the boss sends a copy of this check to the money controller. If the school also got money from the federal government, the boss tells the lawmakers and the school about the check too.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 13296 State Agency Audit Reporting

The director shall supply to the Controller a certified copy of each periodical audit of the accounts of any state agency. Additionally, if the audit includes a review of federal funds, the director shall also report the results of the audit simultaneously to the Legislature and the affected state agency. (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 398, Sec. 5.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

directorControllerperiodical auditstate agencyfederal fundsLegislature

Related Statutes

  • § 11251 State Agency Financial Adjustments
  • § 11260 State Agency Fund Transfers
  • § 13295.5 Interagency Services Charges
  • § 11252 Financial Adjustment Requests
  • § 11255 State Fund Transfer Procedures

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 13296.
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