HARRISBURG, PA — Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor has unveiled a new website designed to simplify access to audits for Pennsylvanians and offer resources that help citizens understand these audits. This initiative aims to underscore the department’s commitment to transparency and accountability in government spending.
“Our new, dynamic website was designed with Pennsylvania taxpayers in mind,” stated Auditor General DeFoor. “We all need to know how our tax dollars are being spent to be able to hold state and county government accountable. This website offers a variety of new tools and resources to make it easier than ever to find an audit and understand the impact it has on your community.”
The new site hosts over 50,000 audits, encompassing various entities such as Volunteer Fire Relief Associations, municipal pensions, county row officers, and state government programs. Annually, the department conducts approximately 4,000 audits, providing a comprehensive view of government financial activities.
Key features of the website include a clickable county map that allows users to locate audits specific to their locality, and a new search function designed to quickly find relevant audits. Additionally, the site offers a robust careers and internship section and a newly designed Be Money $mart resources page, aimed at educating the public on financial matters.
Developed with substantial input from stakeholders, employees, and residents, the redesigned website epitomizes a collaborative effort to meet public needs. “Last October, as part of our ongoing transformation initiative, we reached out to Pennsylvanians and asked them what they needed from our website,” DeFoor explained. “I want to thank the stakeholders, employees and the residents who responded. This site represents your input, and we couldn’t have done it without you.”
The updated platform, which replaces the previous version from 2015, includes enhanced accessibility features. It is designed to be user-friendly across various languages and adaptable for mobile devices, ensuring broad accessibility.
The launch of this website is a significant step towards enhancing transparency in government operations. By making audit information more accessible, the Auditor General’s office aims to empower citizens to hold their government accountable. The initiative reflects a broader effort to increase public trust and ensure that taxpayer dollars are managed responsibly.
For further information about the Department of the Auditor General’s transformation initiative and to explore the new website, residents can visit www.paauditor.gov.
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