H5585

To amend the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission

Chamber Passed·7/16/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission to oversee city operations.

The bill amends the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission. The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Governor, each serving staggered terms. The Commission appoints an Inspector General responsible for investigating city business, including finances and operations. The Inspector General must hold a nationally recognized certification and cannot engage in political activities. The Commission reviews the Inspector General's budget and performance every two years.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · Jul 16
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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History

Jul 30

Senate

Read second and ordered to a third reading

Jul 20

Senate

Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session

Jul 16

House

Substituted for H4924