Hillsborough commissioners vote to join state DOGE effort
- Hillsborough County commissioners voted 6-1 on Wednesday to join Florida's DOGE effort.
- Governor DeSantis initiated the DOGE effort to audit spending across Florida counties.
- The approved measure involves sending a letter committing to collaborate with the state DOGE team.
- Commissioner Wostal quoted, "if you don't welcome an audit, it raises questions."
- Hillsborough will form a committee to work with the DOGE team, providing oversight on local spending.
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The Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform has moved forward with a bill that would create a “DOGE”-style efficiency department at the state level in North Carolina. State Auditor Dave Boliek stood before the committee to express his support for the bill, which would establish the Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency (DAVE) within his office. Boliek said that the state auditor already has the authority to perform functions of the DAV…
Hillsborough commissioners vote to join state DOGE effort
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Hillsborough County Commission plans to take the next step in participating in the state's effort to audit local governments. Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed an executive order creating a Department of Government Efficiency taskforce. He previously said, "We're asking the legislature to provide us the ability to send 'DOGE' teams down to county and city governments." Hillsborough commission proclaims April 3…
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