HB1039

State Inspector General; create office to investigate waste, fraud and abuse in executive state agencies.

Failed·2/3/26
In Text

Establishes the Office of Inspector General to investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in Mississippi's executive branch agencies.

Mississippi HB1039 creates the Office of Inspector General to investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in the executive branch of state government. The Office will investigate complaints, conduct audits, and report findings to the Governor and public. The State Inspector General, appointed by the Governor, will oversee the Office, which will have subpoena power and the ability to employ peace officers. The bill also mandates cooperation from state agencies and prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency;Appropriations A