New Jersey Public Records Access Law Overhaul
New Jersey lawmakers are pushing ahead with legislation to overhaul the state's public records access law, sparking debate over proposed changes that include allowing commercial record requests and limitations on attorney fee shifting.
Key Points
- Legislation overhauling New Jersey's public records access law
- Debate over proposed changes including commercial record requests
- Limitations on attorney fee shifting
- Concerns about transparency and legal implications
Pros
- Allowing commercial record requests
- Limiting attorney fee shifting
- Protecting taxpayer dollars from overburdensome requests
Cons
- Criticism from civil rights groups, citizens, and media organizations
- Concerns about lack of transparency
- Opposition to authorization for lawsuits in state Superior Court for interrupting 'government function'