An Act to improve access to public records
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to enhance access to public records in Massachusetts. It seeks to clarify and streamline the process for requesting and receiving public information from state agencies and other entities. The legislation intends to improve transparency and accountability by addressing potential barriers to accessing these records. Specifically, it focuses on the process of submitting and receiving initiative petitions.
Key provisions
- Clarifies procedures for submitting public records requests.
- Addresses the process of initiative petitions.
- Specifies timelines for responding to public records requests.
- Establishes guidelines for the release of redacted information.
- Updates regulations related to the handling of initiative petitions.
Who is affected
- The general public
- State agencies
- Initiative Petitioners
- Citizens of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Updates regulations regarding initiative petitions.
- Streamlines the process for requesting public records.
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