Establishes an Independent Office of Audits and Investigations within the Public Utilities Commission.

The bill amends the Public Utilities Code to establish an Independent Office of Audits and Investigations within the Public Utilities Commission. The office will ensure the commission administers ratepayer funds efficiently and effectively, and complies with applicable laws. The Inspector General, appointed by the Governor, will lead the office and report findings to the Governor and Legislature. The office will have access to all commission records and can enter any public office or institution in the state to conduct audits and investigations.

Establishes an Independent Office of Audits and Investigations within the Public Utilities Commission.

The bill amends the Public Utilities Code to establish an Independent Office of Audits and Investigations within the Public Utilities Commission. The office will ensure the commission administers ratepayer funds efficiently and effectively, and complies with applicable laws. The Inspector General, appointed by the Governor, will lead the office and report findings to the Governor and Legislature. The office will have access to all commission records and can enter any public office or institution in the state to conduct audits and investigations.