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S. 461

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Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2007
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Committee
Latest Action · January 31, 2007
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1437-1438)
Congress
110th (2007–2009)
Introduced
January 31, 2007
Cosponsors (0)
None
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Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2007 - Amends the federal judicial code to establish the Office of Inspector General for the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government, to be headed by an Inspector General appointed by the Chief Justice. Sets a term of four years, which may be extended by additional reappointments. Authorizes the Chief Justice to remove an Inspector General from office. Requires the Office to: (1) conduct investigations of alleged misconduct in the Judicial Branch, including the U.S. Supreme Court; (2) conduct and supervise audits and investigations; and (3) prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse. Provides for whistleblower protection.

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