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Audit News August 28, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor: Lack of Oversight by DHS and Spread Pricing by PBMs Cost PA Taxpayers $7 Million in 2022

CORAOPOLIS, PA. – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today released a performance audit that showed Pennsylvania taxpayers paid $7 million more for Medicaid prescription drug benefits than they should have during 2022 because of lack of oversight by the Department of Human Services and spread pricing by pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). “Our auditors found evidence […]

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Announcements August 14, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor: New Website Makes Audit Information Easier to Access for all Pennsylvanians

Harrisburg, Pa. –  Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today launched the department’s new website to make it easier for Pennsylvanians to find audits in their county, as well as resources to help them better understand audits. “Our new, dynamic website was designed with Pennsylvania taxpayers in mind,” Auditor General DeFoor said. “We all need to […]

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Announcements August 7, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Recognizes Lower Swatara Township for Having Well-Funded Municipal Pension Plans

MIDDLETOWN, PA – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today recognized Lower Swatara Township for having well-funded municipal pension plans, which ensures their employees have the benefits they deserve and lightens the financial burden on taxpaying citizens in the community. “Lower Swatara Township is doing great work when it comes to managing their pension plans so […]

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Announcements August 5, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Hosts Education Session for Volunteer Fire Relief Associations in Allegheny County

CORAOPOLIS, PA – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today hosted an information session for Volunteer Fire Relief Associations (VFRAs) in Allegheny County to help them effectively and efficiently manage the state funds they receive. “The mission of our department is to serve the people of Pennsylvania by improving government accountability, transparency and ensuring the effective […]

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Announcements July 19, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Commemorates National Pennsylvania Day by Volunteering at HANNA’s Pantry with America250PA

HARRISBURG, PA – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today celebrated National Pennsylvania Day by volunteering at HANNA’s Pantry in Susquehanna Township High School as part of America250PA’s annual volunteer initiative. National Pennsylvania Day is an observance celebrated on July 20th each year to honor Pennsylvania as the second state to join the Union. “Pennsylvania Day […]

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Intern2Hire June 18, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Announces Unprecedented Partnership with York College to Make Higher Education More Affordable for Employees, Honors Newest Intern to Hire

YORK, PA – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today joined York College President Dr. Thomas Burns, State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and State Representative Carol Hill-Evans (D-York) to launch an unprecedented tuition discount program for Department of the Auditor General employees and their dependents to attend York College. “Today, I am excited to announce a […]

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Announcements June 17, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Named Honorary Chair of Young Professionals of Color Juneteenth HBG Celebrations, Kicks off Week of Festivities

Harrisburg, Pa. – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today kicked off the Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg’s Juneteenth celebrations as the Honorary Chair at a joint press conference with local leaders to recognize the importance of the holiday and reflect on the nation’s history. “It’s a privilege to be the Honorary Chair for this […]

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Career News April 30, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor Highlights Expanded Job Opportunities for Westmoreland County Community College Students

WESTMORELAND, Pa. – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today highlighted his department’s expanded career pathways for graduates of accredited associate degree programs in the areas of accounting, business, data analytics, finance, economics, math or another closely related field at Westmoreland County Community College. “Our goal is to create pathways to careers and expand opportunities to […]

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Announcements April 29, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor’s Final ‘Money $mart Monday’ Virtual Information Session Provides Budgeting Tips for Pennsylvanians

HARRISBURG, PA – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today, along with PSECU, recognized the last Monday of Financial Literacy Month with a ‘Money $mart Monday’ virtual information session aimed to help all Pennsylvanians manage their money.   “Knowing how to be smart with your money is crucial for Pennsylvania’s future financial success,” Auditor General DeFoor […]

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Announcements April 26, 2024

Auditor General DeFoor, Harrisburg University, Members 1st Federal Credit Union Announce Winners of Statewide Student Financial Literacy Competition

HARRISBURG – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology President Dr. Eric Darr, Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor and Members 1st Federal Credit today announced the winners of a statewide financial literacy competition for students in Grades 9-12. “It’s hard to understate the importance of financial literacy in today’s world,” said Harrisburg University President, Dr. […]

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