Who We Are

The Architect of the Capitol Inspector General Act of 2007, 2 U.S.C. § 1808 established the Office of Inspector General (OIG) as an independent, objective office within the AOC and applies certain sections of the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, that detail OIG’s duties and authorities. It also established employee protections from retaliation for contacting OIG or participating in OIG activities. OIG reports to and is under the general supervision of the Architect of the Capitol. OIG’s duties include the following: 

  • Conduct, supervise, and coordinate audits and investigations relating to AOC programs and operations. 
  • Review existing and proposed legislation and regulations that impact AOC programs and operations and, in the Semiannual Report (SAR), note their impact on the economy and efficiency or the prevention and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse. 
  • Recommend policies for AOC activities to promote economy and efficiency or prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in its programs and operations. 
  • Provide a means of keeping the AOC and Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of AOC programs and operations and the need for and progress of corrective action. 

Mission

Provide independent, objective oversight that promotes integrity and accountability, improves performance, and safeguards the AOC’s stewardship of historic facilities, infrastructure, and resources in service to Congress, the Supreme Court, and the American people.

Vision

Be a trusted and independent oversight partner that drives accountability, safeguards AOC resources, and supports the enduring institutions that represent American democracy.

Values

Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all we do.

Independence: We deliver oversight that is objective and free from undue influence.

Accountability: We protect taxpayer resources and strengthen public trust through transparency.

People: We value, support, and invest in our team, empowering them to achieve excellence in oversight.