Public Records Watch

Public Records Watch features some of the government records that Suncoast Searchlight is seeking or has obtained — and explains why they matter. By pulling back the curtain on this process, Public Records Watch shows how accountability journalism works and why access to public records is essential. Let us know if there are records you would like us to request — reach out to us here.

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Public Records

Record-holding agency: Executive Office of the Governor
Date requested: Aug. 29
Outcome: Records obtained Dec. 5
Cost: $0
Emails show public dismay about Karen Rose school board appointment

Record-holding agency: Florida Office of the Attorney General
Date requested: Sept. 24
Outcome: Fee of $7,381.08 charged, request pending
AG’s Office charges $7K for “Combat Violent Extremism Portal” submissions