State Controller Choose 1
Nevada State Controller (4 yr terms, maximum of 2 terms) The State Controller serves as Nevada’s chief fiscal watchdog and is responsible for overseeing the state’s accounting systems and financial reporting. This office processes payments to state agencies, manages the state payroll system, and ensures that public funds are accurately tracked and reported. The Controller also works to maintain transparent financial records and safeguard against misuse of taxpayer dollars. Because accurate reporting and financial oversight are essential to ethical governance and public trust, this race plays an important role in promoting accountability, transparency, and responsible management of Nevada’s resources.
Biographical Information
Website
http://bob-blackstock.com
Campaign Email
info.blackstock4NV@gmail.com
Endorsements
NSEA, Erica Roth (AD 24; https://www.voteericaroth.com/)
How would you prioritize the allocation of funds for voter-approved initiatives?
Certainly, the voters have spoken, so their desires should be of prime importance.
What role should auditing and compliance play in ensuring accountability in state government, and how would you approach that responsibility?
Well, it's hard to have accountability without conducting formal audits to confirm the money is going where it has been allocated. The accounting industry commonly conducts audits, so obtaining the expertise to produce independent reports is easily obtainable.
What priorities would you have when overseeing the state’s general fund?
When the people speak, government must listen. So, voter-approved initiatives are of prime importance.
The 2023 annual financial report (Annual Comprehensive Financial Report) was grossly overdue, and the '24 report still has not been issued (as of May 17, 2026). I'd really like to get to the bottom of that. Is it a software issue? A management issue? A procedures issue?
Bond buyers require timely and accurate financial reports, else they increase the interest rates they charge to compensate for that unknown risk. The state should not be wasting money paying interest that it does not need to pay.
Biographical Information
Website
http://michaelmacdougall.com
X (formerly Twitter)
@macdougallfornv
Instagram
http://instagram.com/macdougallfornv
Campaign Email
michael@michaelmacdougall.com
Campaign Phone Number
702-613-9126
Endorsements
SEIU local 1107, SNBTU, Nevada AFL-CIO, NAPSO, Teamsters Nevada
How would you prioritize the allocation of funds for voter-approved initiatives?
The job of the Controller is transparency and accountability. The most important role I can fill in this capacity is that of the referee. When the Treasurer, Governor, and Legislature set a budgetary agenda, the Controller must ensure it is carried out in accordance with that budget. The important thing is to flag problems and be solutions oriented. This means if the money in the state’s coffers cannot account for a budget plan, that plan must be amended in a collaborative manner. Ultimately, the Controller is responsible to the people, and this means making sure voter approved monetary policy is being followed.
What role should auditing and compliance play in ensuring accountability in state government, and how would you approach that responsibility?
The Controller oversees the state annual reporting of our finances - making sure our tax dollars are going where they are supposed to, when they are supposed to. This also includes the Controller being responsible for collecting back taxes owed to the state. That is a role that must be taken very seriously. When people know that everyone is playing by the rules, and all are paying their fair share, people trust that their government has their back. Making sure our money is being handled ethically and responsibly is the first step towards a Nevada that has faith in its institutions and governance.
What priorities would you have when overseeing the state’s general fund?
While the Controller cannot directly enforce budgetary policy, as the referee my goal is to flag potential issues before they become real problems. With accurate and timely annual reporting, our leaders in the Governor, Treasurer, and Legislative offices can make sure critical services are funded and Nevada’s infrastructure grows stronger into the future.
Biographical Information
How would you prioritize the allocation of funds for voter-approved initiatives?
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What role should auditing and compliance play in ensuring accountability in state government, and how would you approach that responsibility?
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What priorities would you have when overseeing the state’s general fund?
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