One week after the start of the session, lawmakers have already pitched multiple ways to tackle statewide fraud.

One week after the start of the session, lawmakers have already pitched multiple ways to tackle statewide fraud

Seeking to curb fraud in government programs, Minnesota House Republicans unveiled a plan Tuesday to establish a new Office of Inspector General, track whether agencies are implementing audit recommendations and require state employees to report suspected fraud to law enforcement and legislators.

House Republicans on Tuesday unveiled a trio of bills aimed at preventing the theft of taxpayer money in public programs.