Texas Public Information Act’s 50th anniversary an excellent time to strengthen the landmark law

Texas Public Information Act’s 50th anniversary an excellent time to strengthen the landmark law

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KELLEY SHANNON

Executive Director, Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas

Fifty years ago, responding to public demand in an era of reform, Texas enacted a sweeping law ensuring the people’s right to know about their government.

The Texas Public Information Act – originally known as the Open Record…