Minnesota State Auditor
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Minnesota State Auditor
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Official Twitter account of the Office of Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha. Helping to ensure financial integrity and accountability in local government.
Last night, Auditor Blaha spoke at the Minnesota Inter-County Legislative Forum, sharing insights on county budget trends from 2019–2025 and how local governments can prevent waste, fraud, and abuse.

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January 30, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha released the following statement on this morning’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis:
January 25, 2026 at 12:44 AM
Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha released the following statement on this morning’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis:
January 7, 2026 at 10:52 PM
The Office of the Minnesota State Auditor is seeking a Senior Local Government Auditor. Enjoy excellent benefits, flexible telework, and the security of a state pension while doing work that strengthens public accountability.

Learn more and apply today: www.auditor.state.mn.us/about/career...
December 17, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Auditor Blaha started the morning with Concordia Academy government students for a fun round of Kahoot! She shared how the Office of the State Auditor (OSA) serves Minnesotans and answered students’ insightful questions.

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October 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
For resources on supporting your students and children after a school shooting, visit: www.schoolcounselor.org/Publications...
August 27, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Happy New Fiscal Year to all who celebrate!

Whether you're starting fresh today at the state or school district level, preparing for the federal fiscal year end on Sept. 30 or gearing up for the year-end on Dec. 31 at the county, city, or township level, I hope it’s a day worth celebrating!
July 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Auditor Blaha gathered with local government officials, government staff and community members today at the Abyssinia Cultural Center for Minneapolis’ State of the City.  

“Minneapolis is showing the country what’s possible when local government works,” said Mayor Jacob Frey. 

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May 6, 2025 at 9:18 PM
State Auditor Blaha joined Concordia Academy government students this morning for a game of Kahoot! She shared her experiences as State Auditor, the boards she serves on, and how the OSA works for Minnesotans every day.
 
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April 15, 2025 at 9:13 PM
“Unions are key to fighting fraud…when you need to blow a whistle, it’s a lot easier to take that brave step when your union family has your back,” Auditor Blaha said when she spoke at @afscme.bsky.social Day on the Hill today.

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April 2, 2025 at 12:24 AM
It’s never too early to start learning about civic engagement! As a part of the community/citizenship requirement, Auditor Blaha spoke to Cub Scout Pack 3751 about her role as State Auditor and the work the OSA does to support local leaders.

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March 28, 2025 at 2:13 PM
“We offer a good work-life balance. We have a pretty mature remote-work structure, and we are unionized," remarked Auditor Blaha, commenting on the number of job applicants to her office.

Auditor Blaha spoke with Finance & Commerce, read her full remarks: finance-commerce.com/2025/03/minn...
March 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Auditor Blaha and the OSA advocate for legislation benefiting Minnesota’s local governments and public finance sectors. Read more about our role in the 2025 Minnesota Legislative session: www.osa.state.mn.us/news/updates...

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March 18, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Auditor Blaha testified in the Senate State & Local Government Committee hearing in support of a bill to reduce the 5th year of college required for the CPA exam. With a national shortage of finance employees & 75% of accountants eligible for retirement, this change could help attract new talent.
March 14, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Auditor Blaha recently presented at a Fire Chief Boot Camp in Lake Crystal. She spoke about the crucial role of Volunteer Fire Relief Associations, auditing, State Aid, and important deadlines.

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March 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Today is Township Day in Minnesota! About 1,780 townships hold their annual meetings where they directly elect their township officials and set the tax levy.

Auditor Blaha is in Clearwater Township this evening, witnessing citizens making decisions together that will affect them every day.
March 12, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Congratulations to new Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey on his historic swearing-in today! Commissioner McMurtrey is the first Black man elected to a county board in Minnesota.

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March 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM