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New Hampshire’s Right-to-Know Ombudsman in Limbo | Concord News
New Hampshire’s bold experiment with a right-to-know ombudsman—meant to speed up government transparency disputes—hit a major snag when its first appointee quit after a brutal budget cut, and a full year later, no one’s stepped in to replace them. Critics like attorney William Chapman argue the role’s non-binding rulings don’t actually save time or pressure agencies, calling instead for faster agency responses and quicker court hearings. Yet, despite the vacancy, the state’s open records law continues to deliver real results—exposing hidden pay, detention plans, and facility neglect—proving…
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