Plain-Language Summary

Pennsylvania law requires independent counsels to file semi-annual expense reports and a comprehensive final report upon termination, detailing prosecutions and expenses. The panel overseeing these reports can disclose information selectively to government bodies and the public while protecting individual rights and ongoing investigations.

Frequently Asked Questions

They must file semi-annual expense reports and a final report detailing prosecutions and expenses when their office ends.

Yes, the panel may disclose parts of the reports to government officials and the public, with protections for individuals and ongoing cases.

All information other than expense summaries and prosecution descriptions is confidential and not publicly disclosed.

Yes, they may submit comments or factual information within a set time frame, which can be included as an appendix to the final report.