Transparency Is Accountability Amendment Act of 2025
The Transparency Is Accountability Amendment Act of 2025 amends the District of Columbia's Freedom of Information Act to improve public access to government records. It specifically prohibits withholding 911 call records (with caller details redacted) and information about government misconduct - such as discrimination, criminal violations, or harassment - under privacy or inter-agency exemptions. Agencies must now justify withholding records by identifying specific foreseeable harm and consider releasing information when public interest outweighs low harm risk. This bill directly affects District residents by increasing transparency in government operations and accountability for public officials.
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2025
Last action Apr 4, 2025
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Apr 1, 2025
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Referred to Committee of the Whole
legislature
Mar 31, 2025
Introduced
B26-0217 Introduced by Councilmember Parker at Office of the Secretary
legislature
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Zachary Parker
DDemocratic
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