Vermont committee hears testimony on proposed Public Records Act changes as agencies cite heavy workload Journalists and state agency records officers told the House Government Operations & Military Affairs Committee that digital records, discovery‑style keyword searches and automated requests are producing large volumes of work; witnesses disagreed over measures such as extended reply windows and charging for staff time.

Vermont's Public Records Act is under scrutiny as journalists warn against the dangers of proposed fee increases that could turn public information into a costly burden.

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Moreno Valley to launch Laserfiche public records portal Feb. 17, resident raises transparency concerns City staff demonstrated a new Laserfiche public records portal that will post responsive documents and offer searchable access and AI summaries; a public commenter accused staff of withholding an MOU related to Highland Fairview and urged release of records.

Moreno Valley is set to enhance transparency with a new public records portal launching on February 17, but concerns are already being raised about whether all documents will truly be accessible.

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Indiana Municipalities Adopt New Fee Schedules for Law Enforcement Recording Requests Indiana municipalities implement fee structures for processing and redacting law enforcement video requests.

South Bend City Council is reshaping how you access law enforcement recordings, introducing a fair fee structure that promises transparency without breaking the bank.

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Massachusetts committee advances legislation for access to historical records Committee members support bill to enhance public access to state historical records and graves.

Massachusetts is taking a bold step to honor the stories of those long forgotten, as lawmakers push for legislation to improve access to historical records and restore dignity to unmarked graves.

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