H8562

Establishes the office of inspector general to investigate the management and operation of agencies in an effort to prevent and deter fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds.

Introduced·5/19/26
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 21

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 21

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 19

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance

May 19

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)