Public Records Law
Summary
The Arizona Supreme Court just made it illegal for government agencies to shred public documents after someone asks to see them, meaning officials can't hide shady paperwork anymore. If they try to dodge transparency, they're facing some serious legal trouble.
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Impact analysis
Taxpayers could save money by avoiding costly public record lawsuits, though cities might have to spend a bit more upfront to properly store and manage their digital and paper files.
Everyday residents and local journalists benefit because it's now way easier to keep tabs on what the local government is actually up to.
Local government agencies and bureaucrats who are used to quietly sweeping embarrassing paperwork under the rug.
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