CA SBX113

Creates an independent Office of the Transportation Inspector General within state government, not subordinate to any other agency, to oversee state transportation agencies' efficiency, effectiveness, and legal compliance.

Governor appoints the Transportation Inspector General for a 6-year term subject to Senate confirmation; removal only permitted for good cause during the term.

Inspector General duties include auditing transportation agencies for fraud and waste, identifying best practices, analyzing public concerns, and recommending policies to improve administration and efficiency of state transportation programs.

Inspector General must submit annual reports to Governor and Legislature summarizing findings, investigations, and whether agencies implemented recommendations; reports posted publicly on website.

Office funding shall come from federal transportation funds where possible, with additional necessary funding from the State Highway Account and high-speed rail activity accounts.