Panel approves public‑records exemption for domestic‑security designations over transparency objections Lawmakers advanced SB 16‑34 to exempt certain records and meetings from public disclosure when the chief of domestic security presents evidence for designating an organization; opponents said the exemption would limit oversight and invite secrecy. The committee adopted a technical amendment and reported the bill favorably.

A Senate committee has just advanced a controversial bill that could shroud domestic-terrorism designations in secrecy, raising serious concerns about public oversight and accountability.

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Public records request delays spark transparency concerns in HUSC district Concerns about compliance and transparency arise after 64-day delay in public records request

A 64-day delay in a public records request has ignited serious concerns about transparency and compliance within the Humboldt Unified School District.

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