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Advocating for Access to Public Information
We speak out for protecting and strengthening the Texas Public Information Act, the Texas Open Meetings Act and other freedom of information and free speech laws. We also educate the public about these laws.
Honoring Those Who Fight for Open Government
The FOI Foundation of Texas presents the annual James Madison Award to journalists, elected officials, attorneys and vigilant citizens for distinction in pursuing open government and First Amendment rights. The honor is bestowed at the annual FOI Foundation state conference. Nominations are accepted from the general public.
PROTECTING THE PUBLIC’S RIGHT TO KNOW
Since its formation in 1978, the FOI Foundation has helped citizens access government meetings and records while protecting free speech and a free press. Information is essential to participating in our democracy.
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FOI Foundation to hold Open Government Seminar on Oct. 8 in Amarillo
For immediate release FOI Foundation of Texas to hold Open Government Seminar on Oct. 8 in Amarillo AUSTIN – The Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas is holding an Open Government Seminar in Amarillo on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, featuring training in state open [...]
Dallas Morning News, KRIS 6 News in Corpus Christi win 2026 Spirit of FOI Awards
For Immediate Release Dallas Morning News, KRIS 6 News in Corpus Christi win 2026 Spirit of FOI Awards AUSTIN – A series by The Dallas Morning News on a failed crime-fighting plan at the local housing authority and reporting by KRIS 6 News on [...]
FOIFT’s Sept. 18 conference to address free speech, information rights
Public information, free speech rights go hand in hand FOI Foundation state conference Sept. 18 to explore these topics By Kelley Shannon It takes time and energy to keep a close watch on our government, but it’s our right as citizens. Really, it’s a [...]