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BGA Policy
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BGA State Policy Agenda 2023/24
Our Policy Agenda: 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 […]
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Court Transparency Coalition
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 added to the state’s Freedom of Information Act.
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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 […]
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Better Government Association Puts Forth Agenda for Illinois Ethics Reform
Sept. 8, 2020 — The Better Government Association (BGA) today released a comprehensive blueprint for ethics reform, with recommendations for tightening Illinois laws to rein in misconduct that undermines public […]