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This lawmaker’s proposal could make California ‘the most secretive state in the country’
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The measure, introduced in March, would increase the cost for Californians to access government records.
A proposal introduced by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco has sparked concern among transparency advocates. The measure, introduced in March, would increase the cost for Californians to access government records. Details of the proposal are available from the source, but it is known that opposition has arisen from those who advocate for transparency in government.
Further information on the measure and its potential impact can be found through the original source, which provides more context on the proposal and the reaction it has received.
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Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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What is this story about? A proposal introduced by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco has sparked concern among transparency advocates. The measure, introduced in March, would increase the cost for Californians to access…
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