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The ICAC Act

The Independent Commission Against Corruption Act 1988 established the ICAC as an independent agency with powers similar to a standing royal commission.

The ICAC Act defines corruption, sets out the functions of the ICAC, describes referral responsibilities, constitutes and sets out the functions of the Committee on the ICAC and the Inspector of the ICAC, and makes provisions for referrals from and reports to Parliament.