Glossary of Transparency Laws

The State of Illinois and its many counties and municipalities are governed under a number of statutes, which provide for the public's right to monitor the activities of governmental bodies, as well as seek redress, should it become necessary. Below is a collection of some of the most important laws that ensure not only the BGA's right to monitor the activities of public bodies, but any other citizen's as well.

Freedom of Information Act

Illinois False Claims Act

Open Meetings Act

Whistleblower Protection Act