An Act To Amend The Laws Governing Qualifications For The State Auditor

This bill amends Maine law to remove certification requirements for permanent staff in the Office of the State Auditor. Specifically, it eliminates the need for deputies, directors, and assistant directors to hold CPA, CISA, or CIA certifications (previously required under §242). The bill does not change the State Auditor's own qualification standards (which still require CPA or equivalent experience). It also clarifies that the deputy auditor handles duties during vacancies or absences, but this procedural change is secondary to the main policy update. The primary effect is reducing mandatory certifications for audit leadership staff.