Legislative audit articles
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Legislator warns of subject to appropriation ‘blank checks,’ audit findings
(The Center Square) – Some are warning their fellow Illinois state legislators that passing bills that are “subject to appropriation” could lead to taxpayers covering “blank checks” and to audit findings for state agencies. Last week, amid the 324 bills passed by the Illinois House, several included programs and initiatives for state agencies that are “subject to appropriation.” One measure would create a new program to help fund certain farm programs with tax...
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The IRS is overhauling how it audits. Here’s who is a target
The tax agency said Thursday it will be “taking swift and aggressive action” to crack down on people and companies not paying taxes properly.
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House passes contentious antisemitism legislation
Democratic Rep. Jerry Nadler of New York said during floor debate on the bill Wednesday, “There is no excuse for bigotry, threats or violence directed at anyone, anywhere, and it is imperative that we confront the scourge of antisemitism, and Congress can help, but this legislation is not the answer.”