Department of Defense Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act of 2023

Bill 118 s 2050, also known as the Department of Defense Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act of 2023, aims to address issues of ethics and corruption within the Department of Defense. The bill includes provisions that require all Department of Defense employees to undergo ethics training on an annual basis to ensure they are aware of and compliant with ethical standards.

Additionally, the bill establishes a new Office of Ethics and Compliance within the Department of Defense to oversee and enforce ethical standards. This office will be responsible for investigating allegations of corruption and unethical behavior within the Department of Defense and taking appropriate action to address any violations.

Furthermore, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the Department of Defense. This includes requiring all defense contractors to disclose any political contributions they make, as well as mandating that all contracts awarded by the Department of Defense be subject to competitive bidding processes to prevent favoritism and corruption. Overall, the Department of Defense Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act of 2023 seeks to promote a culture of integrity and accountability within the Department of Defense, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly and ethically.