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Watchdog Report Finds Unallowable Travel Expenses in High-Speed Rail Project

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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A state watchdog reported that the California High-Speed Rail Authority paid out $543,000 in unallowable travel expenses to four consulting firms between 2024 and 2026. The report found a pattern of noncompliance with contracting laws, noting that the Authority's CEO or executive team ordered the travel payments despite objections from Authority staff.

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California Republican legislators, including Alexandra Macedo, demanded that Attorney General Rob Bonta investigate whether the payments violate the California False Claims Act. The watchdog deemed the spending wasteful and inconsistent with the Authority's role as a steward of public resources.

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Who's involved

  • Alexandra MacedoCalled for an investigation into the high-speed rail project fund mismanagement
  • Rob BontaIs the Attorney General of California, who was called upon to examine the payments

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