Establishes the Local Government Inspector General Act to create an independent entity for investigating misconduct by local government officials.
The bill creates the Local Government Inspector General Act, establishing an independent entity to investigate allegations of incompetence, neglect of duty, malfeasance, corruption, or official misconduct involving local government officials. The Local Government Inspector General, appointed by the Governor with Senate consent, has the authority to investigate complaints, issue subpoenas, and refer cases to the Attorney General. The Local Government Ethics Commission, consisting of eight commissioners appointed by legislative leaders, reviews complaints and can recommend disciplinary actions.
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