An Act relative to the free flow of information
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to strengthen the ability of journalists to access information from government entities. It seeks to ensure that service providers, such as internet companies, are required to provide testimony and documents to journalists when requested, particularly in investigations. The goal is to promote transparency and accountability by facilitating access to information crucial for reporting on public matters. This would help journalists fulfill their role in a free and open society.
Key provisions
- Requires certain service providers to produce testimony and documents for journalists.
- Applies to government entities seeking information.
- Aims to support journalists’ ability to investigate matters of public interest.
- Focuses on access to information rather than specific types of reporting.
- Addresses potential barriers to accessing records.
- Allows journalists to compel service providers to share relevant data.
- Provides a mechanism for journalists to request information.
- Clarifies the scope of service providers covered by the bill.
Who is affected
- Journalists
- Government entities
- Service providers (e.g., internet companies)
- The public
- The media
Notable changes
- Addresses potential legal challenges in obtaining information from service providers.
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Sponsors
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10 on record
Primary sponsor
Richard M. Haggerty
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
James B. Eldridge
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