The public records law enable citizens to request, review and receive copies of the records of governmental agencies, employees and officials. Public records include all documentary materials, regardless of physical form, prepared or used by public bodies for a function that is authorized by law. A few examples of public records includes books, records, writings, letters, emails and all documents used by public bodies unless specifically exempted in law.
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Latest Publications
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05.23.2023
Tax Collections Surge Higher
Budget bonanza grows, adding more money into legislative spending debate
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05.05.2023
Budget Clash
- Budget and Fiscal Reforms
House spends heavily to lower retirement debt, while removing education increases.
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05.03.2023
Going Virtual: Open Meetings Law Changes
- Open Meetings & Public Records
Louisiana Legislature considering bill to broaden online access to public meetings, but with guardrails to ensure citizen participation.