Senate File No. 856 is a legislative bill in Minnesota that proposes the creation of the Office of the Inspector General. This new office is intended to be an independent entity tasked with ensuring accountability, transparency, and integrity within state government agencies and programs. The Inspector General, who will head this office, is required to operate independently from the state's executive, legislative, and judicial branches, reporting only to a specially established Inspector General Advisory Council. This arrangement is designed to prevent any potential interference from other governmental branches. The bill also includes provisions for the creation of specific statutes, indicates reporting requirements, and involves the appropriation of funds to support the establishment and activities of the Office of the Inspector General.