Prepared for The Connecticut Council on Freedom of Information by Liz Gemski, Kozak & Salina The 2026 legislative session was the second year of a two-year session called the short session, convening on February 4 and adjourning on May 6. Continue reading 2026 Connecticut legislative session recap
The 2025 General Assembly session saw the introduction of an unprecedented number of bills impacting the Freedom of Information Act, most of them negatively. But thanks to the stellar work of CCFOI’s lobbyist, Elizabeth Gemski, and members of the FOI Continue reading 2025 legislative session highlights
By Liz Gemski, Kozak & Salina I have represented the Connecticut Council on Freedom of Information (CCFOI) for the last five years and over that time, legislation that would add to the list of exemptions or would restrict the ability Continue reading 2024 legislative session highlights
By Michele Jacklin, CCFOI legislative co-chair In 2023, which was a 5-month legislative session, CCFOI – in collaboration with its lobbyist, Liz Gemski – was involved on many fronts and with many committees. Board members met with key legislators and Continue reading CCFOI legislative accomplishments for 2023
