Operational Transparency

Over the last decade, Utah 's legislature has been working toward a standard of accountability and transparency that fosters trust in government and maximizes constituent return on tax dollars. Under Governor Huntsman's leadership, the state of Utah has been named the best managed state in the nation. This has been accomplished through focus on four goals: 1) Quality of Life 2) Economic Development 3) Education 4) Governance.

Transparency, performance management, and budgeting are functions of governance, and with new legislation and an increased focus by senior leadership, we will be able to develop these important management functions across the enterprise.

Fiscal Transparency

In 2008, the Utah State Legislature passed SB38. The intent of this bill was to make certain public financial information available on the Internet. It also modified certain notice requirements of the Open and Public Meetings Act. The bill established a transparency board (GOPB is represented) that will oversee the implementation of this project.

More Information:

For more information on Utah's transparency initiative, please contact the GOPB Management Section here, or at 801-538-1027.