For purposes of this chapter:
(1) "Business relationship" means that any of the following apply to the relationship between a state agency and an individual or
entity:
a. A financial interest, contract, or purchase.
b. A license or permit requiring the exercise of judgment or discretion by a state agency.
(2) "Inspector General" means the Office of Inspector General ("Office"), the individual appointed as the Inspector General, and
the staff of the Office of Inspector General.
(3) "Public office" means as defined in § 8002 of Title 15.
(4) "Records" means all records, accounts, reports, documents, correspondence, data, information, property, and any other physical
or electronic material used by or belonging to a state agency or relating to a business relationship with a state agency.
(5) a. "State agency" means any office, department, board, commission, committee, school district, and all public bodies created by
the Delaware Constitution or by an act of the General Assembly.
b. "State agency" includes the General Assembly, in regard to the General Assembly's management of governmental resources
and routine administrative operations, such as requirements related to employment practices and procurement.
c. "State agency" does not include any of the following:
1. A county or municipality.
2. A court.
3. The General Assembly, in regard to the General Assembly's legislative functions or disciplinary authority governed by the
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