HI HR168

Department of Education's financial management system experienced critical service disruption on October 6, 2018, during a system upgrade that affected vendor payments.

Requests the State Auditor conduct a financial audit of the Department of Education's financial management system, which dates to the 1990s and processes purchase orders, school supplies, construction contracts, and business travel payments.

Audit scope includes: current status of the financial system, outdated system features, and necessary upgrades required.

Auditor must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2020 Regular Session convenes.

Certified copies to be transmitted to the Auditor, Board of Education Chairperson, and Superintendent of Education.