SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) released the following statement regarding the selection of Michael P. McCuskey as the Legislative Inspector General:

“The work of the Legislative Inspector General is essential to ensuring we are an ethical and transparent body that investigates potential violations in a timely, transparent and independent manner. With the appointment of Mr. McCuskey, Illinoisans can rest easier knowing that there is an independent, ethical and transparent process for reviewing ethics violations in the General Assembly.”