An act relating to the authority of the State Auditor to examine the books and records of State contractors

This bill expands the State Auditor's authority to examine the financial records of any company or organization that provides services to the State of Vermont. It requires the Secretary of Administration to update administrative guidelines so that all state contracts include language allowing the State Auditor to review contractor records, and it amends state law to formally grant this examination power. The law specifies that the State Auditor can review records in any format, but only those relevant to the specific state contract being audited. These changes take effect on July 1, 2023, and apply to all contractors doing business with the state.