With state and local government secrecy on the rise in many U.S. jurisdictions, this database offers a view of state open records and open meetings laws, and provides information about how to get what you are looking for, as well as ensure that government is operating in the sunlight.

You can navigate it by selecting a state from the drop-down menu.

Related stories: Local governments hide public records, face few consequences | Public contracts shrouded in secrecy