Texas Public Information Act

These groups make up Ted Oberg’s freedom of information hall of shame

FOIFT2018-07-06T21:53:33-05:00

By Ted Oberg KTRK, Houston Originally published July 5, 2018 One of the great freedoms we have in this country is being able to report freely the activities of those elected to govern us. And it's a guiding principle written into the constitution, federal law, and Texas state law. But there are some government agencies that need a lesson in just that. Over the last year, they've earned a spot in the ABC13 Investigates Freedom of Information Hall of Shame. See the full story here.

These groups make up Ted Oberg’s freedom of information hall of shameFOIFT2018-07-06T21:53:33-05:00

Corpus Christi community members, civic leaders talk importance of open government

FOIFT2022-03-31T17:08:29-05:00

By Kelley Shannon Executive Director Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas CORPUS CHRISTI - The public must have access to information about how taxpayer money is spent and other basic government data, transparency advocates said Thursday at a forum organized by state Rep. Todd Hunter of Corpus Christi. The event focused on the importance of access to information in holding government accountable. "This isn't partisan," Hunter told the audience at Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi. He noted that many people say they are in favor of transparency, but he said some leaders do not take action and allow special interests to [...]

Corpus Christi community members, civic leaders talk importance of open governmentFOIFT2022-03-31T17:08:29-05:00

Denied: KXAN series reports on police withholding records when suspect dies

FOIFT2018-04-23T19:47:55-05:00

KXAN television in Austin is airing a series about a Texas law that gives police discretion to withhold information if a suspect dies in custody. Legislative efforts to close that loophole failed in 2017, but it has not stopped the families who have been denied video and other records detailing their loved ones' final moments from speaking out. Check out this KXAN report based on a year-long investigation and shining light on the need for police accountability, transparency and trust. http://www.kxan.com/denied

Denied: KXAN series reports on police withholding records when suspect diesFOIFT2018-04-23T19:47:55-05:00

Keep the public informed by releasing the video in Austin bombing case

FOIFT2018-04-03T21:56:07-05:00

By Paul Watler FOI Foundation Board Member April 3, 2018 As the investigation into the Austin bombings became increasingly urgent last month, police also worked to inform the public and enlist their vigilance. Interim Chief Brian Manley as well as state and federal law enforcement officials provided repeated news briefings on the hunt to identify and apprehend the serial bomber. When officers closed in, the bomber detonated a final device, taking his own life and deepening the mystery of his motives. Soon it emerged that the perpetrator made a video confession recorded on his cell phone. But the public was left [...]

Keep the public informed by releasing the video in Austin bombing caseFOIFT2018-04-03T21:56:07-05:00

Video: A conversation about Texas’ Public Information Act

FOIFT2018-03-30T14:16:33-05:00

Watch video of a policy primer on the Texas Public Information Act, a panel discussion hosted March 29 by the Texas Public Policy Foundation and co-sponsored by the FOI Foundation of Texas and an assortment of other organizations. This was one of several Sunshine Month activities in Texas. Texas Tribune Executive Editor Ross Ramsey moderated the conversation, which featured First Amendment attorney Laura Prather, an FOI Foundation board member; state Sen. Kirk Watson; state Rep. Todd Hunter; and James Quintero of the Texas Public Policy Foundation. https://www.texastribune.org/2018/03/29/livestream-conversation-about-texas-public-information-act/

Video: A conversation about Texas’ Public Information ActFOIFT2018-03-30T14:16:33-05:00

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