8860 Department of Finance
Program Descriptions

20 - PROGRAM AND INFORMATION SYSTEM ASSESSMENTS

The Department of Finance systematically reviews and evaluates state-administered and financed programs. The Office of State Audits and Evaluations assists the Director of Finance in fulfilling the statutory responsibilities for supervision over all matters concerning the financial and business policies of the state by conducting financial audits and by performing critical examinations of state programs and policies. The Performance Review Unit conducts performance reviews of state agencies and programs and recommends ways to lower the costs of state government and to better serve the public within existing resources.