Kansas Commerce Secretary David Toland has expressed concern over the financial burden imposed by repeated audits of the state’s economic grant program. The multiple reviews, which have been conducted over recent months, have led to increased costs for taxpayers without yielding significant findings. Toland emphasized that while accountability is essential, the frequency and redundancy of these examinations have become a drain on public resources. He called for a more efficient oversight process that balances transparency with fiscal responsibility, suggesting that funds spent on excessive auditing could be better utilized for economic development initiatives.
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Kansas commerce secretary laments taxpayer cost of repeat audits of economic grant program • Kansas Reflector