Bill > S4167

This bill, the Judicial Ethics Enforcement Act of 2024, would establish an Office of Inspector General for the Judicial Branch within the federal government. The Inspector General would be appointed by the Chief Justice of the United States and would have the authority to investigate allegations of misconduct in the judicial branch, including the Supreme Court. The Inspector General would also have the power to conduct audits, prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse, and recommend changes to laws or regulations governing the judicial branch. The bill includes provisions to protect whistleblowers who provide information to the Inspector General. Overall, the bill aims to provide oversight and accountability within the judicial branch.