The bill aims to enhance fraud prevention and accountability in Washington state's public programs by directing the joint legislative audit and review committee to conduct a comprehensive review of current auditing, accountability, and risk management practices across state agencies. The committee is tasked with evaluating existing internal controls, oversight processes, and the roles of various auditing bodies in preventing fraud, waste, and mismanagement. Additionally, the review will identify gaps and inefficiencies in current practices, compare Washington's methods to those of other states, and propose actionable options for improving statewide accountability.

The committee is required to report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by September 1, 2027, with the section of the bill establishing this review set to expire on October 1, 2027. This initiative reflects the legislature's commitment to maintaining public trust in state programs through proactive oversight and effective risk management, especially in light of recent national concerns regarding fraud in publicly funded programs.