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Open Meetings Act
Citizens should be able to observe the deliberations of government.
Government Transparency
A government that is of, by, and for the people should not operate behind closed doors. We deliver meaningful transparency reforms because honesty and accountability are key to a healthy democracy.
Common Cause ensures that our federal, state, and local governments are transparent and accessible to the public. We are dedicated to creating an open and honest democracy that is accountable to the people. That is why we champion strong government transparency, open meetings, freedom of information, and ethics laws. These important reforms create meaningful opportunities for participation in and access to government.
What We’re Doing
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Access to Public Records
A transparent government with accessible, affordable public records is important to maintaining a free and fair democracy.
Demystifying Democracy
An Educational Series brought to you by Common Cause Rhode Island
Your financial support helps us make an impact by holding power accountable and strengthening democracy.
Events
In Person
2024 Champions of Democracy Celebration
Join us for our biggest event of the year, the Champions of Democracy Celebration and Annual Meeting. This year in addition to celebrating our awardees, we will have special remarks by new Common Cause national president Virginia Kase Solomón on the state of our democracy.
The Guild, 461 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 US
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Press
News Clip
DiPalma Introduces Public Records Access Legislation
John Marion's comment on legislation introduced by State Sen. Lou DiPalma that will expand access to public records.
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State officials will try once again to reform APRA laws
Will recent high-profile issues inspire the legislature to make changes to ARPA this session?
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Opinion: The bridge Rhode Island has come to: Reforming the Access to Public Records Act
The public demands better accountability from government officials. Thankfully, two lawmakers have introduced bills to reinforce the public’s right to know.