The bill amends the law regarding the Office of Internal Audit by repealing the requirement for an annual project review and efficiency study specifically for the Arkansas Department of Transportation. This change eliminates the obligation for the Office of Internal Audit to conduct a comprehensive review of the department's processes, procedures, procurement, projects, appeals, and expenditures, as well as the requirement to report the findings to the Legislative Council by October 1 each year.

The specific legal language that is deleted from current law includes the entire section that mandated the annual review and the reporting timeline, effectively streamlining the responsibilities of the Office of Internal Audit in relation to the Arkansas Department of Transportation. This amendment reflects a shift in oversight requirements for the department, potentially allowing for a more flexible approach to internal auditing.

Statutes affected:
SB 562: 25-43-1004(e)
Act 704: 25-43-1004(e)