State attorneys general have always had some responsibility to review the operations of non-profit charities and foundations. Unlike like for-profit sectors of the economy, which answer to boards of directors and shareholders, attorneys generall often are the only entity with responsibility over non-profit charities and foundations. Particularly because the 1.8 million non-profit organizations, such as hospitals, health insurers, and universities, contribute over a trillion dollars to the economy, the attorneys general’ use of that authority has taken on national significance.