The results are in! The commitment to transparency, accountability and equity within city government is key for any elected official. After all, we can’t successfully attack our most pressing problems […]
BGA Policy
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BGA State Policy Agenda 2023
The Better Government Association policy team researches, drafts, supports and advocates for legislation that improves transparency, efficiency, equity and accountability in government in Illinois. We actively seek to work with […]
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Court Transparency Coalition
Court Transparency Coalition Member Organizations To help shine light on Illinois’ judicial branch, BGA Policy is proud to lead the Court Transparency Coalition, which recommends that the judicial branch be […]
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How to File a FOIA Request in Illinois
Governments must allow access to its public records. Your tool to these records is a Freedom of Information Act request. Learn how to file one.
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Open Meetings Act
The Illinois Open Meetings Act is the state law that requires governments to conduct their business in public — including providing advance notice so citizens can attend, allowing for public […]