President Panuelo submits Freedom of Information Act to FSM Congress

President Panuelo’s proposed Freedom of Information Act aims to institutionalize transparency and accountability by formally establishing citizens' right to access government information. This legislation addresses a constitutional gap, creating explicit mechanisms, dedicated information officers, and centralized processes to ensure consistent and accurate public disclosure while mitigating operational silos. This bill is critically relevant to open data initiatives because it provides the necessary legal framework for systematic data release. By mandating that agencies proactively publish organizational functions and handling requests through designated personnel, it fosters a culture of openness. This structural shift enables reliable, standardized access to public sector information, which is foundational for effective open data ecosystems and civic engagement.

Source: pina.com.fj
Published on 2025-07-13

President Panuelo submits Freedom of Information Act to FSM Congress

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