NY A00764

Requires municipalities with populations of 500,000 or more to establish an Office of Inspector General within one year of the law taking effect

Inspector General serves a four-year term, is appointed by the governing body, and reports to the secretary of the governing body

Inspector General must investigate complaints of corruption, fraud, criminal activity, conflicts of interest, or abuse in any municipal department, office, or agency

Grants the Inspector General power to subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, require production of documents, and compel municipal employees to answer questions about their official duties

Mandates all municipal officers and employees report suspected corruption or fraud to the Inspector General, with knowing failure to report being cause for removal from office or employment

Requires annual public reports beginning April 1, 2027, detailing the number of cases investigated and complaints received, to be published on municipal and Inspector General websites