Office of Inspector General established, powers and duties provided, enhanced grant oversight provided, retaliation prohibited, existing executive Offices of Inspector General transferred or repealed, fraud detection and prevention provided, conforming changes made, reports required, and money appropriated.

Summary

This bill in Minnesota creates a new Office of Inspector General to oversee government grants and prevent fraud. The office will have the power to investigate and ensure grants are used properly. It also prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports wrongdoing. Existing Inspector General offices will either be transferred or removed. The bill aims to improve oversight and prevent misuse of taxpayer money. It requires reports to be submitted on its activities. Additionally, funding is provided to support the new office's operations. Overall, this bill strengthens oversight of government grants, protects whistleblowers, and works to detect and prevent fraud in state operations.