Establishes an independent office of inspector general to investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in state agencies.

The bill establishes an independent office of inspector general to investigate the management and operation of agencies to prevent and deter fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds. The inspector general is appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate and serves a five-year term. The office is tasked with investigating complaints, conducting special investigations, and reporting findings to the governor and other state entities. The inspector general has the authority to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and examine witnesses.

Establishes an independent office of inspector general to investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in state agencies.

The bill establishes an independent office of inspector general to investigate the management and operation of agencies to prevent and deter fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds. The inspector general is appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate and serves a five-year term. The office is tasked with investigating complaints, conducting special investigations, and reporting findings to the governor and other state entities. The inspector general has the authority to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and examine witnesses.