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An Audit Report on Capital Projects at the Department of Criminal Justice

March 2023

Overview

The Department of Criminal Justice (Department) effectively monitored capital projects and expended capital budget appropriations as intended. Additionally, the Department complied with the reporting requirements in the General Appropriations Act (87th Legislature), which requires state agencies receiving appropriated funds to report capital planning information for specific projects.

MEDIUM

Capital Project Administration

The Department implemented effective processes to manage capital projects and monitor associated contracts when applicable . However, it should require its co ntractors to include all specifications and tests in their quality control plans.

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LOW

Capital Budget Expenditures

The Department spent all capital expenditures tested in a manner consistent with the applicable appropriations' purpose, and each expenditure was properly supported.

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LOW

Planned Capital Expenditures

The Department accurately reported $1.1 billion in anticipated capital expenditures to the Bond Review Board.

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