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The Improve Public Bill
New bill aims to improve public records complaint process
Amends existing law to provide for the filing of a complaint by a person aggrieved and to revise provisions regarding denial of a request for disclosure.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would let people complain if their request for public records is denied, making it easier to access information.
Our take
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If this bill passes, it could help people get important information more easily. It's a good time to support it so everyone can know what's happening in their community.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill amends the Public Records Act.
- It allows people to file complaints if their requests for records are denied.
- The goal is to improve access to public information.
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