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Oregon Public Records Advocates Defeat Attempt to Create Broad Taxpayer Information Exemption

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Portland, Oregon – Public records advocates in Oregon have successfully campaigned against legislation that would have created a new exemption to state transparency laws, potentially limiting access to important taxpayer information. House Bill 4031 contained a provision that sought to prevent local governments from disclosing any taxpayer information they possess. The proposed exemption, which faced strong opposition from advocates, raised concerns about the potential impact on government accountability and transparency. Critics argued that the provision would have created significant barriers for journalists, researchers, and the public in accessing vital information. The victory for public records … Read more

Attorney Unveils ‘Sensitive’ Information in DA Fani Willis’ Disqualification Case

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – An ongoing investigation by a committee may lead to proposed changes in Georgia state law or budgeting within the district attorney’s office. The committee is expected to release a report at the conclusion of its inquiry, which could potentially have far-reaching effects. The committee has been examining sensitive information in connection with a motion to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis. A lawyer who made the motion revealed that the investigation could result in significant modifications to state law or alterations in how funds are allocated to the district attorney’s office. While the … Read more

Texas Judge Halts Attorney General’s Request for Information on Transgender Minors in Gender-Affirmation Care

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Austin, Texas – A Texas judge has issued a temporary block on the Attorney General’s request for information regarding transgender minors undergoing gender-affirmation treatment. Travis County District Court Judge Maria Cantú Hexsel made the ruling on March 2nd after Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, sought “documents and communications” from an LGBTQ+ advocacy group. The group, which remains unnamed in the article, had been providing gender-affirming care to transgender minors. In response to Paxton’s request, the PFLAG National took the matter to court, arguing that the demand for information constituted a severe invasion of privacy. … Read more

Texas Judge Temporarily Blocks AG’s Request for Information on Transgender Children in Landmark LGBTQ+ Case

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Austin, Texas – A Texas judge has temporarily blocked state Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, from requiring an LGBTQ+ advocacy group to disclose information about transgender children receiving gender transition treatment. The ruling came in response to a legal challenge brought by PFLAG National, which sought to prevent Paxton’s office from collecting the information. Travis County District Court Judge Maria Cantú Hexsel determined that forcing PFLAG to provide the information would violate their rights of free speech, association, and protection from unreasonable searches. She described it as a “gross invasion” of privacy. The judge’s … Read more