The General Assembly has given the green light for state researchers to launch studies on removing books in public school libraries, the funding methodology used to determine judicial allocations and the total cost of coastal storm risk management. The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission, which conducts analysis and provides oversight of state agencies on […]
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A stack of books rest on top of a podium at the Virginia State Capitol building. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury)
The General Assembly has given the green light for state researchers to launch studies on removing books in public school libraries, the funding methodology used to determine judicial allocations and the total cost of coastal storm risk management.
The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission, which conducts analysis and provides oversight of state agencies on behalf of the legislature, is responsible for the studies. Research completed by JLARC often prompts new legislative proposals and changes to governance.
