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USBE is on the brink of releasing an RFP for contracted investigators to tackle their backlog, with $300,000 earmarked for this critical work!

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USBE updates board on UPAC staffing: RFP for investigators near release, two attorneys to be hired
Deputy Superintendent Scott Jones said USBE is close to issuing an RFP for investigative services for UPAC work and HR reported two attorney postings are closed with interviews planned; Hart said $300,000 is earmarked for investigators to address backlog.
citizenportal.ai
August 14, 2026 at 1:48 AM
The Law and Justice Committee sparked a heated debate over the controversial bill determining the dual roles of investigators and prosecutors in the Attorney General's Office.

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Committee advances bill clarifying attorney general investigators' authority after lengthy debate
After extensive debate and multiple floor-style amendments, the committee adopted technical changes to HB 2156 and sent the bill to the Rules Committee with a due-pass recommendation; members debated whether the Attorney General's office should both investigate and prosecute criminal matters.
citizenportal.ai
February 25, 2026 at 1:47 AM
A recent audit reveals alarming inconsistencies in recordkeeping for equal opportunity investigations across campuses, raising critical questions about transparency and trust in reporting processes.

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Audit finds inconsistent recordkeeping and staffing for Policy 1B.1 investigations; recommends checklists and expanded shared services
A Baker Tilly audit of Board Policy 1B.1 (equal opportunity and nondiscrimination) found inconsistent documentation and variable investigative capacity across campuses, recommending standardized checklists, targeted training and expanded shared‑service investigator pools.
citizenportal.ai
February 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Vermont's Department of Corrections is under fire for its slow investigation processes, leaving staff and stakeholders frustrated and questioning the system's transparency.

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DOC faces scrutiny over lengthy investigation processes amid rising staff allegations
DOC faces challenges with lengthy investigations amid high allegations from incarcerated individuals, mostly unfounded.
citizenportal.ai
January 28, 2025 at 1:17 AM
The Louisiana Senate is taking a bold step by forming a task force dedicated to improving child abuse investigations and support systems.

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Senate establishes Task Force on Child Abuse Investigation Processes in Louisiana
Louisiana Senate forms task force to enhance child abuse investigation and support systems
citizenportal.ai
June 15, 2025 at 4:02 PM