It is the intent of the Legislature that the California State Auditor, through a request to the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, conduct an audit that assesses and evaluates the pilot program created by this chapter no sooner than January 1, 2016. It is the intent of the Legislature that the audit be used to do both of the following:

1. (a) Evaluate the success of the pilot program by confirming that the USDVA facilities are meeting their goals and standards.
2. (b) Make recommendations to the Legislature regarding the continuation of the program, including, but not limited to, recommendations regarding changes or reforms needed for improvement of the program.