A bill proposed in the South Carolina House of Representatives is seeking to give the Governor the power to appoint the State Auditor, according to news from WJBF-TV. Currently, the State Auditor is chosen by the Legislature. If the bill is passed, it would give the Governor the authority to choose the State Auditor, rather than having the position determined by lawmakers.
Proponents of the bill argue that having the Governor appoint the State Auditor would help to ensure that the individual in the position is qualified and capable of fulfilling the duties required of them. They believe that having the Governor make the appointment would lead to a more effective and efficient auditing process within the state government.
However, critics of the bill argue that giving the Governor the power to appoint the State Auditor could potentially compromise the independence of the auditor’s office. They believe that having the Legislature choose the State Auditor helps to maintain a system of checks and balances within the government.
The proposed bill is currently under consideration in the South Carolina House of Representatives, and its outcome remains to be seen.
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