Government Transparency and Open Meetings Reform Act
Strengthens the Texas Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act by closing loopholes, increasing penalties for violations, requiring online posting of government spending data, and expanding public access to records.
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Vote record: Government Transparency and Open Meetings Reform Act | RepWatchr Vote Record. Check the roll call and source link before arguing the headline. https://www.repwatchr.com/votes/sb-1045
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Why This Matters for Texas
Would make it easier for East Texas residents to access county and city spending records, monitor local government meetings, and hold officials accountable. Addresses complaints about closed-door decision making in several East Texas jurisdictions.
Pro-Texas position: yea
How Officials Voted
| Official | Position | Vote | Aligned? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Hughes Republican | State Senator | yea | Aligned |
| Robert Nichols Republican | State Senator | nay | Not Aligned |
| Jay Dean Republican | State Representative | absent | N/A |
Source: View official record