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Assembly updates public‑records law after debate over ACDA carve‑out and proprietary software
Summary
The Assembly on Feb. 17 passed a substantial update to the municipal public‑records ordinance with amendments addressing terminology and fees; debate focused on whether entities such as the Anchorage Community Development Authority are covered and how proprietary software and data reports are handled.
The Anchorage Assembly adopted AO 2026‑19 on Feb. 17, a major revision to the municipality’s public records ordinance that sponsors said narrows exemptions, sets timelines for responses and reduces barriers for requesters. The project had been under development for more than two years and drew public testimony and technical questions about limits and exemptions.
Public commenters and community advocates voiced concerns that certain definitions and carve‑outs could weaken…
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