Category Archives: Right to Know NH

RTK Law Violated by NH Law Makers

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

As the country was celebrating sunshine week, one NH legislative committee was banning the recording of their public meeting – a clear violation of the Right-to-Know law. On March 13th, the Finance Committee Division I was conducting a public meeting. … Continue reading →

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RTK Case Settles Before Supreme Court Argument

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

“This case highlights that the Right-to-Know Law (RTKL) not only compels public bodies to disclose government records but also regulates how public bodies convene and conduct meetings and how they deliberate and make decisions.” A closely watched case, Porter, et al. … Continue reading →

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Senate Hearing on Bill HB170 on Posting Notices and Minutes on Web

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled a hearing on HB170  for Tuesday April 4th at 9:15 am in the State House Room 100.  This bill is sponsored by Rep. Ed Comeau (R) and was amended by the House. The bill … Continue reading →

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40 Years Fighting For our Right to Know

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

Harriet Cady has some thoughts on RSA 91-A, over at Right to Know NH. Will we ever get an Attorney General who can enforce our right to know when a citizen brings proof of violations?  Why does the Attorney General’s office … Continue reading →

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