Currently, nineteen states in the United States have an official known as a state comptroller or state controller, responsible for overseeing state finances and ensuring fiscal accountability.
States with a State Comptroller or Controller
These key financial oversight roles are vital to state fiscal health. A state comptroller or controller typically manages the state's financial accounts, ensures the proper disbursement of public funds, performs audits, and oversees all financial reporting. While the exact scope of duties can vary, the core function remains consistent: to safeguard public money and maintain financial integrity within the state government.
The states that currently have a state comptroller or controller are:
| State |
|---|
| Alabama |
| Alaska |
| California |
| Colorado |
| Connecticut |
| Idaho |
| Illinois |
| Maryland |
| Massachusetts |
| Nevada |
| New Hampshire |
| New Jersey |
| New Mexico |
| New York |
| North Carolina |
| South Carolina |
| Tennessee |
| Texas |
| Virginia |
These officials play a critical role in state governance, often serving as a check on executive spending and ensuring transparency in financial operations. Their work helps to maintain public trust in government finances and ensures compliance with state laws and regulations regarding the use of taxpayer money.
