A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an Inspector General for the judicial branch, and for other purposes.
Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2013 - Amends the federal judicial code to establish the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government, 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 OIG 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.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, And The Internet.
Introduced in Senate
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1861-1862)
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1862-1863)
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