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Rhode Islanders deserve a government that operates fairly and transparently. We’re advocating for reforms that hold elected officials accountable for their actions and help voters stay informed about the workings of their government.

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Open Meetings Act

In a healthy democracy, voters should have access to agendas, minutes, budgets, and bylaws of government entities.

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Rhode Island has one of the strongest Ethics Commissions in the United States—but there's still work to do to improve our Code of Ethics.

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A transparent government with accessible, affordable public records is important to maintaining a free and fair democracy.

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