"Proposed New Jersey Bill Threatens Journalists' Access to Government Information"

A bill sponsored by State Sen. Paul Sarlo in New Jersey aims to weaken the state's Open Public Records Act (OPRA), making it more difficult for citizens and journalists to access government communications and information. The bill would add hurdles to obtaining records, exempt email and call logs, and expand privacy provisions, drawing criticism from stakeholders who argue that it undermines transparency and the public's right to information. The ACLU of New Jersey has condemned the bill, and it is set to be reviewed by the New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.