Establishes the Office of Legislative Ethics and Accountability to investigate misconduct by legislators and employees.
The bill establishes the Office of Legislative Ethics and Accountability as an independent, nonpartisan entity to receive and investigate complaints of ethical violations or misconduct by current legislators and legislative employees. The office will have the authority to initiate investigations, issue subpoenas, and prepare written reports. It will be overseen by a five-member board, appointed by various authorities, and will operate independently of legislative control. The office will also provide public education on legislative ethics.
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