The Florida constitution guarantees a right of access to public records to every person. However, special service charges for public records restrict access to requestors with the financial resources to pay for requests — or the the means to sue for an unreasonable charge. Some states and the federal Freedom of Information Act waive fees […]
Public records show state investing COVID “vaccine passport” cases
The Orlando Sentinel reports that the Department of Health is investigating potential violators of the state’s new COVID “vaccine passport” law. Reporters sent DOH a public records request in September. In response, the department provided a list of 120 cases “under review.” Notably, DOH complied after a lawyer for the Orlando Sentinel contacted the agency’s […]
FAF wins Gannett Foundation Grant
The First Amendment Foundation received a Gannett Foundation grant to expand our educational programs. We are grateful for the Gannett Foundation for this opportunity and for all our donors who helped us qualify for the grant. Thank you for your support. Read more about FAF and other recipients.
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