United States · Bill · S
S. 1418 (114th)
Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2015
Introduced
21 May 2015
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3240-3241; text of measure as introduced: CR S3241)
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Summary
Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2015 Amends the federal judicial code to establish the Office of Inspector General for the Judicial Branch, to be headed by an inspector general appointed by the Chief Justice. Sets a term of four years, which may be extended by additional reappointments. Authorizes the Chief Justice to remove an inspector general from office. Requires the office to: (1) conduct investigations of alleged misconduct in the judicial branch, including the Supreme Court; (2) conduct and supervise audits and investigations; and (3) prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse. Provides for whistleblower protection.
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Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 21 May 2015
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Introduced in Senate · EN · 21 May 2015
Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 21 May 2015
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/senate-bill/1418
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/114/s/1418