Performance audits

Districts meet state and federal timelines for deciding whether students qualify for special education. Coordinated implementation of six strategies across all school districts could increase inclusion for students receiving special education.

State funding for special education does not reflect the variation in student needs or district spending. There are policy options that could help align funding and spending.

Over five years, colleges provided scholarships to over 13,000 recipients. Pilot sites awarded 64% of available funds, leaving $1.3 million unspent. WSAC offers limited guidance and oversight.

6 reports evaluate 29 tax preferences and offer recommendations for legislative action

Paid Family and Medical Leave program expenses are likely to continue exceeding revenues in future years. Changes to the rate formula could make the program more stable and promote financial sustainability.

Local governments must report how they spend lodging tax revenue. View the most recent report.