(a) In this section, "state agency" has the meaning assigned by Section 658.001.
(b) The comptroller, in consultation with the state auditor, shall adopt rules that prescribe uniform procedures for payroll and personnel reporting for all state agencies and that are designed to:
(1) facilitate the auditing of payrolls;
(2) facilitate a classification compliance audit under Chapter 654;
(3) assure conformity with this chapter and the General Appropriations Act; and
(4) provide the legislative audit committee with current information on employment and wage rate practices in state government.