Office says it found hundreds of millions in state government waste

An office said it has identified hundreds of millions of dollars in waste across state government, citing expenditures ranging from healthcare programs to spending tied to illegal immigration, unused office space and purchases of high-priced televisions.

In a Facebook post, the office said agencies bought television screens for as much as $5,800 each and that analysts in the office found Mississippi car tag fees to be the second-highest in the nation.

The post argued that if taxpayers pay some of the highest fees in the country, state government should ensure those dollars fund priorities such as teacher pay, law enforcement salaries, and roads and bridges rather than costly equipment or unused facilities.

The office did not provide detailed supporting documents in the post. Independent verification and further details were not included in the Facebook message.

This notice follows broader scrutiny of state spending and fee structures, and officials or auditors often conduct reviews to identify potential savings. We will provide more information as it becomes available.