CA SB1336

Requires the State Auditor to disclose findings from substantiated investigations of improper governmental activities, including the name and title of persons found responsible and any discipline imposed, while keeping complainant and witness identities confidential.

Mandates local government auditors and controllers to release findings from substantiated investigative audits regarding fraud, waste, or abuse, including disciplinary actions taken and corrective measures, after exhaustion of administrative appeals.

Applies the same disclosure requirements to California State University investigations of improper governmental activities, requiring release of substantiated findings and names of responsible persons with discipline imposed.

Protects privacy interests of whistleblowers, witnesses, and persons cleared of wrongdoing by maintaining confidentiality of their identities unless they provide written permission for public disclosure.

Includes legislative findings that privacy protections are necessary to encourage reporting of improper activities and cooperation in investigations while maintaining public awareness of substantiated wrongdoing and corrective actions taken.