This bill provides an appropriation for the state auditor's expenses for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. It outlines a total funding amount of $18,185,299, which includes base level enhancements for salaries, operating expenses, and information technology consultants. The bill specifies that the general fund allocation will be $12,176,959 after accounting for other funds. Additionally, it introduces a new and vacant full-time equivalent (FTE) pool, with limitations on spending from this pool, allowing for potential transfers to the salaries and wages line item.

Furthermore, the bill amends section 54-10-10 of the North Dakota Century Code to adjust the salary of the state auditor. The annual salary will increase from $130,001 to $139,256 through June 30, 2026, and will further rise to $143,434 thereafter. The bill also includes provisions for one-time funding items, such as costs related to new FTEs and audit software migration, which are not part of the base budget for the 2027-29 biennium.

Statutes affected:
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for House Appropriations - Government Operations Division Committee: 54-10-10
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 54-10-10
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senate Appropriations - Government Operations Division Committee: 54-10-10
Enrollment: 54-10-10