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Missouri Auditor Tom Schweich says the state lost out on nearly $1.3 million because of how the Office of Administration has billed for a new telephone system.

The Jefferson City News Tribune reports the Office of Administration was supposed to determine costs for the phone system and charge state agencies for their share. Money would be deposited in a revolving fund and bills paid from that fund.

Auditor Tom Schweich says the state and local governments are routinely violating Missouri's open records and meetings law.

Regional news coverage from the KBIA News room, including:

• Gov. Nixon's request for FEMA aid denied.
• Schweich blasts state and local governments for not adhering to Sunshine Laws.
• A MU backup quarterback is arrested in Columbia.

Lawyers have been back in court arguing over the authority of Missouri's governor to make budget cuts.