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WY SF0050

WY SF0050
Government waste, fraud, abuse and whistleblower protection.


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Introduced
02/18/2022
In Committee
03/02/2022
Crossed Over
03/01/2022
Passed
Dead
03/08/2022

Introduced Session

2022 General Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the administration of government; establishing a reporting system for governmental waste, fraud and abuse; authorizing enforcement actions; imposing employment consequences; amending provisions governing employee protections related to reporting of government waste, fraud and abuse; requiring posted notice of employee protections as specified; requiring reports; specifying applicability; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a reporting system for governmental waste, fraud, and abuse in Wyoming. It requires the Director of the Department of Audit to create and maintain a system for people to report such issues, and outlines the review and referral process. The bill also prohibits the employment of anyone convicted of a felony related to waste, fraud, or abuse, and requires quarterly public reporting on the results of investigations. Additionally, the bill amends the "State Government Fraud Reduction Act" to expand employee protections for reporting governmental wrongdoing.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4 (on 03/08/2022)

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