S 1794
117th Congress
Senate
Government Operations and Politics
Evidence and witnesses
Government studies and investigations
IG Testimonial Subpoena Authority Act
Introduced: May 24, 2021
Introduced by:
Hassan, Margaret Wood
Democratic
· New Hampshire
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Oct 21, 2021
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Hearings held.
May 24, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
May 24, 2021
Introduced in Senate
Plain-English summary
IG Testimonial Subpoena Authority Act
This bill gives inspectors general the authority to subpoena the in-person attendance and testimony of witnesses. If a witness refuses to obey, inspectors general may seek to enforce the subpoena in U.S. district court.
Inspectors general must notify the Department of Justice seven days before issuing a subpoena.
The Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency shall promulgate standards and provide training relating to the issuance of subpoenas, conflicts of interest, and any other matter deemed necessary to carry out this bill.
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Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Hearings held.
Committees of jurisdiction
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Cosponsors
1