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Arkansas Governor's Push To Restrict Public Records Meets Opposition, Final Law More Limited

  • Governor sought to restrict Arkansas Freedom of Information Act regarding her security and family.
  • Proposal faced swift pushback from various groups over transparency concerns.
  • Final law passed by lawmakers only limits release of records on protecting governor and officials.
  • Push came after blogger requested cost details of protecting governor.
  • Seen as bipartisan compromise but critics argue it weakens transparency.
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