A 834 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Creates the fundamental right of the people to have access to public information

This bill would amend the state constitution to establish a fundamental right for all people to access public information and attend government meetings. It guarantees the right to inspect or copy government records and receive notice of, and attend, public meetings without unreasonable restrictions. The provision would apply to all government entities and require them to provide access to records and meeting details. This change would make public information access a constitutional right, not just a statutory privilege.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 30, 2026
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OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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Jan 29, 2025
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OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
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Jan 8, 2025
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REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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