Texas HB1994 mandates efficiency audits of Operation Lone Star and other border security programs every two years.

Texas HB1994 requires efficiency audits of Operation Lone Star and other border security programs to ensure resources are used effectively and efficiently. The audits will examine fiscal management, resource use, and program effectiveness. An external auditor, selected by the comptroller, will conduct the audits every two years starting in 2024. The audit report, including recommendations, must be submitted to the governor, Legislative Budget Board, state auditor, comptroller, and committee chairs by November 1 each audit year.

Texas HB1994 mandates efficiency audits of Operation Lone Star and other border security programs every two years.

Texas HB1994 requires efficiency audits of Operation Lone Star and other border security programs to ensure resources are used effectively and efficiently. The audits will examine fiscal management, resource use, and program effectiveness. An external auditor, selected by the comptroller, will conduct the audits every two years starting in 2024. The audit report, including recommendations, must be submitted to the governor, Legislative Budget Board, state auditor, comptroller, and committee chairs by November 1 each audit year.