Nebraska Supreme Court reviews $44k public records request fee dispute, with implications for state.

The Nebraska Supreme Court is hearing a case regarding a nearly $45,000 fee charged by the state Department of Environment and Energy for public records about the state's drinking water. A Lincoln judge's decision last year was seen as a win for the public's right to know, but others argue it allows public records requesters to consume taxpayer-funded employee time for free. The court's ruling is expected to have statewide implications.

February 10, 2024
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