The state has overhauled its Web site www.recovery.utah.gov to make it easier for the public to track how a projected $1.6 billion in federal stimulus money is being spent.

"Utah is committed to accountable, responsible and transparent use of taxpayer dollars, whether they are collected at the local, state or federal level," Gov. Gary Herbert said in a statement. "Today's re-launch of the recovery Web site raises the bar yet again for government transparency in Utah."

The site features a mapping program, that lets users drill down to see stimulus projects in their communities, a breakdown of spending by category -- education, transportation, energy, environment and so forth -- and has short articles about selected projects.

Information on the map is updated monthly.