HSR consultant travel expense scrutiny may signal oversight tightening
Summary
California HSR consultants are facing scrutiny over travel expenses, per an ABC10 report dated September 2026. Increased oversight of consultant billing practices typically precedes contract audits, compliance reviews, or restructured procurement requirements.
Details
Firms with compliance, audit, and program oversight capabilities may find new opportunities as CHSRA tightens consultant accountability standards.
Potential reallocation or clawback of consultant expenditures; compliance and audit services may see increased demand
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