Nevada State Controller Unveils New Website, Lists Those With Outstanding Debts To State
By Nevada News Bureau staff
CARSON CITY – Nevada State Controller Kim Wallin today rolled out a new and improved public website that includes a list of businesses and individuals who owe money to the state and the amount they owe.
When state agencies are unable to collect outstanding debts, they turn these accounts over to the Controller’s office for collection. The accounts will be listed on the website and updated as old debts are paid or new debts are incurred.
“By posting the names of debtors we hope to encourage the payment of the debts and discourage others from incurring debts in the future,� Wallin said.
The new website also includes two reports devoted to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus funds coming into Nevada. The new ARRA Award Current Summary will supplement the existing quarterly ARRA Report to Our Citizens. This weekly summary provides much greater detail in a more timely manner to track exactly how the funds are being used now.
At the end of September there will also be a feature that lets people pay what they owe using a debit or credit card.
“My office receives several calls a day from people asking if they can pay by debit or credit card rather than sending a check or money order,â€� Wallin said. “This feature will make it easier for people to make their payments, accelerate collections and reduce the number of returned checks.â€�Â
The Controller is the Chief Fiscal Officer (CFO) of the state and is responsible for administering the state’s accounting system, settling all claims against the state and collecting debts owed to the state. The mission of the Controller’s office is to advance accountability, continuity and efficiency in the state’s financial operations.
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