LANSING, Mich. — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order Monday, May 4, which created the Michigan COVID-19 Office of Accountability within the State Budget Office.
The new accountability office will provide oversight of the spending which was used to address the crisis, the governor's office said. The office is required to report its work regularly to the governor and the state budget director.
“Protecting the people of Michigan and lowering the chance of a second wave has demanded flexibility and decisiveness, and has also required funds from the state treasury, philanthropic sources, and the federal government,” said Whitmer. “Michiganders have the right to expect that state government will be responsible stewards of their resources, especially in a time of crisis. I will continue to work around the clock to ensure these resources are spent wisely, in compliance with the law, and in a transparent and accountable manner.”
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget will designate a Chief COVID-19 Accountability Officer to lead the Accountability Office.
"I will work closely with them to ensure we're using our resources wisely," said Whitmer during Monday's press briefing.
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