SB3617 - 104th General Assembly

LOCAL GOV FRAUD TASK FORCE ACT
Last Action
2/17/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Local Government Fraud Prevention Task Force Act. Requires the Task Force to make recommendations for improving fraud prevention, detection, and investigation in local government including: (1) monitoring the creation and reporting of bank accounts used by local governments; (2)expanding the investigative and prosecutorial capabilities of the State in regard to fraud at the local level; (3) examining the scope and standard practices of government auditing and accounting; (4) examining existing transparency laws; and (5) exploring possibilities for training new government officials on financial oversight responsibilities and powers. Provides that, the Department of Central Management Services shall provide administrative support to the Task Force as needed. Provides that, on or before December 31, 2026, the Task Force shall report its recommendations by filing copies of its report with the Governor and the General Assembly. Dissolves the Task Force upon the filing of the report. Provides that the Act is repealed on January 1, 2028. Effective immediately.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/05/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
2/05/2026 Senate First Reading
2/05/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/17/2026 Senate Assigned to Appropriations
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026