Washington HB1055 commissions a study on establishing a Washington office of transparency ombuds to improve public records access.

Washington HB1055 directs the joint legislative audit and review committee to study the efficacy of creating a Washington office of transparency ombuds as an independent agency to assist individuals in accessing public records. The study will compare Washington's public records laws with those of other states, evaluate the potential benefits of an independent agency, and recommend duties for the Washington office of transparency.

Washington HB1055 commissions a study on establishing a Washington office of transparency ombuds to improve public records access.

Washington HB1055 directs the joint legislative audit and review committee to study the efficacy of creating a Washington office of transparency ombuds as an independent agency to assist individuals in accessing public records. The study will compare Washington's public records laws with those of other states, evaluate the potential benefits of an independent agency, and recommend duties for the Washington office of transparency.