Austin cites new state law to keep secret pandemic relief non-profits
By Ryan AutulloAustin American-StatesmanOriginally published Jan. 8, 2021 More than $6 million in taxpayer money flowed to Austin nonprofits affected Continue Reading →
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FOI Column: Even during a pandemic, government must be open with easy access
By Kelley Shannon Reopening public places amid the COVID-19 pandemic should certainly be carried out with caution. Government offices are Continue Reading →
Transparency panel addresses open government concerns amid COVID-19 pandemic
Requestors seeking government records using the Texas Public Information Act are running into roadblocks during the COVID-19 pandemic. A panel Continue Reading →
Join Texas open government webinar Wednesday, Oct. 7
The Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas and other open government advocates are joining Sen. Judith Zaffirini for a free Continue Reading →
Government transparency is another casualty of COVID-19
By John TedescoHouston ChronicleOriginally published Sept. 30, 2020 Open government advocates say transparency in Texas has taken a hit during Continue Reading →