New audit on p-card fraud

A lack of oversight in the state's higher education system is partly to blame for the misuse of state purchasing cards, according to an audit released today. The auditors recommend that schools tighten standards and require training courses to prevent further abuse. The University System of Georgia report said a flawed oversight system contributed to 22 cases of possible fraud involving the p-cards. At least 17 university employees have so far resigned, been fired or retired because of p-card misuse, and disciplinary action in other cases are pending.