Rivard Report: Pandemic is no time to deny the public’s right to know
By Robert RivardRivard ReportOriginally published May 17, 2020 One uncomfortable reality for some who collect their paychecks from taxpayer- and Continue Reading →
Tag Archives: Texas Public Information Act
Journalists put new Texas public records law to the test
By Sofia Tyreman A new Texas law aims to provide more transparency through public access to government contracts under the Continue Reading →
Amid pandemic, Texas public record requests languish
By Asher PriceAustin American-StatesmanOriginally published April 17, 2020 A new state law, passed after Hurricane Harvey, has weakened the public’s Continue Reading →
Open government awareness during coronavirus emergency
By Kelley ShannonExecutive DirectorFreedom of Information Foundation of Texas The coronavirus emergency is creating trying times for public officials and Continue Reading →
Sunshine Week Column: Sun starting to shine again on Texas government
By Kelley Shannon Texans have something to celebrate during Sunshine Week this year. But we also have more work to Continue Reading →