Issue Position: Working for Transparent Government
Issue Position
He fought for transparency for how agencies spend taxpayers' dollars. Agencies are now required to post budget requests on the legislative budget website and disclose each source of revenue. Stronger reporting requirements were placed on taxpayer-funded incentive programs. Reeves secured a commitment from the Department of Finance and Administration and the State Personnel Board to develop statewide contracts for services, not just commodities, which will help state agencies take advantage of bulk purchasing power and reduce costs.
He pushed the passage of the Attorney General "Sunshine Act," which requires an open and transparent process for awarding legal contracts. The boards of public hospitals, which are supported by taxpayer dollars, are required to operate in the sunlight so employees, patients and taxpayers can monitor the fiscal management of the facilities.
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