The Department of Public Safety is responsible for the inspection and certification of building facility components such as elevators, air tanks, refrigeration and air conditioning units, and boilers. The Department also certifies construction supervisors and crane operators, and regulates all amateur and professional boxing matches. Within the Department of Public Safety, the Bureau of Special Investigations investigates potentially wrongful receipt of benefits administered by the Department of Transitional Assistance.

Budget Recommendations

The amount recommended for Fiscal Year 1998 will enable the Department to provide the same level of services as in Fiscal Year 1997.

Budgetary Direct Appropriations

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
8311-1000	For the administration of the department of public safety	750,227

BUREAU OF SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS
8312-1000	For the operation of the bureau of special investigations	6,859,493

DIVISION OF INSPECTIONS
8315-1000	For the operation of the division of inspections	3,429,107

Trust and Other Spending

4161-0002

BOXERS FUND PAYMENTS

15,000