This bill establishes the office of inspector general in Title 42 of the General Laws. The purpose of the office is to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds. The bill outlines the appointment and removal process for the inspector general, who must have demonstrated ability in areas such as accounting, auditing, and investigation. The bill also establishes the duties of the inspector general, including conducting audits and investigations, reviewing laws and regulations, and making recommendations for fraud prevention. The inspector general is also granted access to all records and data related to the programs and operations of the state. The bill also gives the inspector general the authority to request testimony and documents, and issue subpoenas if necessary. The bill establishes the office of inspector general as an independent administrative agency responsible for investigating and preventing fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the use of public funds. The inspector general is authorized to accept and investigate complaints or information regarding such activities. The bill also includes provisions for protecting the identity of individuals who report wrongdoing and for coordinating with other state agencies. The inspector general is required to prepare annual reports summarizing their activities and recommendations for corrective action, which will be made available to the public.