Inspector General
Illinois Executive Inspector General
EIG-IL
63/100
Summary
The Illinois Executive Inspector General investigates fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct by executive branch officers and employees under the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. The EIG is appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation to a five-year term.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, Section 20
- Citation
- 5 ILCS 430/20-10 to 430/20-65
- Full text
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Jurisdiction scope
Executive branch officers and employees