Budget & Taxes (Audits & Accountability)

in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 372: Require centralized reporting for certain financial reports

To enact section 126.17 of the Revised Code to require the Director of Budget and Management to establish and administer a centralized reporting system for financial status reports regarding public money provided through a grant or loan program, or through an economic development program, a workforce development program, or a public assistance program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes centralized reporting for financial reports, promoting fiscal responsibility and government accountability in budget management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability

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in committee · Ohio · House May 7, 2025

HB 248: Revise the Auditor of State law

To amend sections 9.35, 117.11, 117.38, 117.44, 127.16, 149.10, 149.30, 169.13, 306.43, 307.86, 308.13, 317.06, 317.20, 319.04, 321.03, 501.09, 501.11, 507.12, 703.34, 731.14, 731.141, 733.81, 735.05, 749.31, 1533.13, 3313.27, 3314.011, 3315.18, 3315.181, 3317.035, 3318.48, 3328.16, 3375.39, 3375.92, 3381.11, 3709.15, 3717.071, 5117.12, 5310.06, 5705.12, 5705.121, 5923.30, and 6101.55 and to repeal sections 117.113, 117.251, 117.441, 117.51, 501.03, 3314.50, 4115.31, 4115.32, 4115.33, 4115.34, 4115.35, and 4115.36 of the Revised Code to make various changes regarding the Auditor of State.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill revises the Auditor of State law, which is central to government fiscal management and accountability, thus promoting fiscal responsibility within the Budget & Taxes topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 356: Require audit, action plan-Aged, Blind, Disabled Medicaid group

HB 356 requires the state to audit the Medicaid eligibility process for individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled and to develop a corrective action plan for any issues identified. The bill also appropriates state funds to cover the costs of the audit and implementing the necessary corrections. This legislation directly affects how the state administers Medicaid benefits for these vulnerable populations, ensuring eligibility determinations are accurate. The key provision mandates a systematic review and remediation of the eligibility system without altering benefit standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill appropriates state funds to cover the costs of an audit and implementing corrections, directly impacting state budget and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 356 strengthens healthcare by auditing and correcting Medicaid eligibility for aged, blind, disabled individuals, ensuring accurate access to health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 18, 2025

SB 222: Require audit, action plan-Aged, Blind, Disabled Medicaid group

SB 222 requires the state to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Medicaid eligibility process for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled group. It mandates that the state develop a corrective action plan to address any identified issues found during the audit. The bill also includes funding (an appropriation) to cover the costs of the audit and implementation of the action plan. This directly affects how Medicaid eligibility is processed for this specific group of beneficiaries.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes an appropriation to fund an audit and action plan, directly affecting state budgets and government spending for fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates audit & action plan for Medicaid eligibility (Aged, Blind, Disabled) with funding, aiming to improve access & administration of healthcare services for a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSB 222 improves Medicaid eligibility processes for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled group. Many veterans fall into this group, so improving access to Medicaid indirectly supports their healthcare and benefits.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Long-Term Care Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 11: Regards legislative rule approval and fiscal analyses of rules

To amend sections 106.02, 106.023, 106.024, 111.15, 119.03, and 119.04 and to enact sections 106.025, 106.026, 106.033, 106.10, 121.96, and 126.04 of the Revised Code to require legislative approval of administrative rules and other regulatory actions under specified conditions, to allow a JCARR chairperson to request a third-party fiscal analysis of a rule, and to require state agencies to publicly post policy documents.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allows for third-party fiscal analyses of rules and requires legislative approval, which strengthens oversight and promotes fiscal responsibility in government spending and management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability State Budget

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 48: Regards auditing of chartered nonpublic schools

SB 48 amends Ohio law to require the Auditor of State to annually audit all public funds received by chartered nonpublic schools. It specifically mandates audits of funds from three sources: the educational choice scholarship program, administrative cost reimbursements, and auxiliary services reimbursements. The bill directly affects chartered nonpublic schools that receive state funds, requiring them to undergo annual financial reviews of these specific public money accounts. The law repeals the previous auditing provision and defines "public money" to include these three fund types for audit purposes. This creates a standardized annual audit process for public funds in chartered nonpublic schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 48 mandates annual audits of public funds received by nonpublic schools, directly promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability in government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 48 mandates audits of public funds for chartered nonpublic schools, ensuring accountability and proper use of educational resources, which strengthens the education system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability School Choice Student Financial Aid

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