sunshine law

sunshine law

noun
a law requiring a government agency to open its official meetings and records to the general public.
Also called sunshine act.


Origin:
1970–75, Americanism
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Sunshine law is always a great word to know.
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a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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Main Entry:  sunshine law1
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  any law requiring certain government services be available or open to the public
Main Entry:  sunshine law2
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  any law that obligates a government body to make its meetings and records accessible to the public
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