transparency

News organizations are suing to get access to a recording of a closed meeting and some memos.

Michigan House Bill 4448 was introduced by State Representative Steven Johnson. It would prohibit the suspension of Freedom of Information Act requests…

A series of bills that aim to make getting medication and medical care easier, more affordable and transparent passed the Michigan House Wednesday.One…

Advocates for open government will launch a 2022 ballot drive to subject the Michigan governor and Legislature to the state's public-records law. Michigan…

The Michigan House backed a proposed constitutional amendment on Wednesday that would require two-thirds majority votes for bills to pass during lame duck…

A bipartisan coalition of state representatives are pushing legislation increasing transparency among political candidates and state officials.Michigan…

We discuss a movement backed by some Grand Rapids entertainment district establishment owners pushing for laws allowing for open containers. Also, health…

Lawmakers need to be more transparent.That was the message sent by the House on Wednesday when it approved bills to expand Michigan’s Freedom of…

The Michigan House is expected to vote Wednesday on legislation that would make the governor's office and the Legislature subject to the state's public…

The Freedom of Information Act could be changing in Michigan. A House committee approved a bill Thursday that would prevent public bodies like the…