Code of Federal Regulations Title 30. Mineral Resources § 30.1227.301 What are a State's responsibilities if it performs audits?

(a) Comply with the ONRR Audit Procedures Manual and the Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States;

(b) Follow the ONRR Annual Audit Work Plan and 5–year Audit Strategy, which ONRR will develop in consultation with States having delegated audit authority;

(c) Agree to undertake special audit initiatives ONRR identifies targeting specific royalty issues, such as valuation or volume determinations;

(d) Prepare, construct, or compile audit work papers under the appropriate procedures, manuals, and guidelines;

(e) Prepare and submit ONRR Audit Work Plans. You may modify your Audit Work Plans with ONRR approval;  and

(f) Comply with procedures for appealed demands or orders, including meeting timeframes, supplying information, and using the appropriate format.