URI: Public Law Revised
- The government of Uri has revised its public law, expanding its scope to include municipalities and clarifying exceptions, following two proposals presented to the district administrator.
- Since 2006, Uri's public law has governed access to official documents at the cantonal level.
- the revision addresses a proposal from Kurt Gisler (Mitte, Altdorf) advocating for the publication and use of Open Government Data, and a motion from Ludwig Loretz (FDP, Andermatt)...
Uri Revises Public Law, Expanding Access too Municipal Documents
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- Uri Revises Public Law, Expanding Access too Municipal Documents
- Uri Revises Public Law: Expanding Access to Municipal Documents
- What is the main focus of the revised Uri public law?
- What was the original scope of Uri’s public law?
- What are the primary goals driving the revision?
- How is the scope of access expanded with the revised law?
- What exceptions to public access are clarified in the revised law?
- What is the government’s approach to assessing access requests?
- What does the revised law say about requests for “research” data?
- What is Open Government Data, and how is it addressed in this revision?
- What is the role of municipalities in the growth of Open Government Data?
- How does the revised law address the goals of the original proposals?
- What are the next steps for the revised law?
- Key Changes at a Glance
The government of Uri has revised its public law, expanding its scope to include municipalities and clarifying exceptions, following two proposals presented to the district administrator.
Since 2006, Uri’s public law has governed access to official documents at the cantonal level. Now, the law is undergoing revision, according to a government report submitted to the district administrator. The government stated the existing law has functioned effectively for nearly 20 years. “The feared increase in administrative burden in 2006 did not materialize; inquiries remained manageable within routine administrative tasks,” the report stated.
the revision addresses a proposal from Kurt Gisler (Mitte, Altdorf) advocating for the publication and use of Open Government Data, and a motion from Ludwig Loretz (FDP, Andermatt) promoting openness and clarity in Uri. The government is presenting the legal revision to the district administrator.
Municipalities Now included
Previously, the public law applied only to cantonal authorities and public law institutions. The government acknowledged that “Uri represents a special case” in this limited request. The revised law extends its reach to municipalities and their institutions.
The revision also specifies exceptions to the principle of public access, aligning them with relevant legal foundations. Previously, only the Urner Kantonalbank was explicitly excluded. The revised law also excludes “areas in which the community participates in economic competition and acts in private law, rather than fulfilling a public task,” according to the legal provision.
The government report states that the revised law maintains consideration for public and private interests when assessing access requests. It emphasizes the applicant’s obligation to cooperate. Drawing on experiences in other cantons and relevant case law,the revision stipulates that “research requests lacking thematic focus,seeking unspecified data within non-detailed documents,do not fall under the protection of public law.”
open Government Data Foundation
The revision establishes a legal basis for providing open administrative data, also known as open government data. Currently, no specific regulations govern this area. The canton and municipalities will now regulate procedures, claims, and responsibilities related to open administrative data. The canton plans to enact a model regulation for municipalities to follow.
The government says the revision achieves the goals of the two proposals. Following consultation, the revision template was selectively revised. For example, the reasons justifying restrictions and refusals of access to official documents have been clarified.The district administrator will consider the template in an upcoming session.
Uri Revises Public Law: Expanding Access to Municipal Documents
Welcome! This article provides a breakdown of the recent revision of Uri’s public law, specifically focusing on its impact on public access to documents. We’ll explore the key changes, their implications, and the future of open government data in Uri.
What is the main focus of the revised Uri public law?
The revised Uri public law expands access to municipal documents and clarifies existing exceptions. This follows two proposals presented to the district administrator.
What was the original scope of Uri’s public law?
As 2006, Uri’s public law has governed access to official documents at the cantonal level.
What are the primary goals driving the revision?
The revision addresses two key proposals:
A proposal from Kurt Gisler (Mitte, Altdorf) advocating for the publication and use of Open Government data.
A motion from Ludwig Loretz (FDP, Andermatt) promoting openness and clarity in Uri.
How is the scope of access expanded with the revised law?
The revised law extends its reach to municipalities and their institutions. Previously, it only applied to cantonal authorities and public law institutions.
What exceptions to public access are clarified in the revised law?
the revision specifies exceptions to the principle of public access,aligning them with relevant legal foundations.These include:
* areas in which the community participates in economic competition and acts in private law rather than fulfilling a public task.
What is the government’s approach to assessing access requests?
The government report states that the revised law maintains consideration for public and private interests when assessing access requests. It also emphasizes the applicant’s obligation to cooperate with the process.
What does the revised law say about requests for “research” data?
Drawing on experiences in other cantons and relevant case law, the revision stipulates that “research requests lacking thematic focus, seeking unspecified data within non-detailed documents, do not fall under the protection of public law.”
What is Open Government Data, and how is it addressed in this revision?
Open government Data refers to administrative data made available to the public. The revision establishes a legal basis for providing this data. The canton and municipalities will now regulate procedures, claims, and responsibilities related to this.
What is the role of municipalities in the growth of Open Government Data?
Municipalities will now be involved in regulating procedures, claims, and responsibilities related to open administrative data. The canton plans to enact a model regulation for municipalities to follow.
How does the revised law address the goals of the original proposals?
The government says the revision achieves the goals of both proposals. This includes clarifying reasons for restrictions and refusals of access to official documents.
What are the next steps for the revised law?
The district administrator will consider the revised template in an upcoming session.
Key Changes at a Glance
Here’s a quick comparison of the key changes in Uri’s Public law revision:
| feature | Before Revision | After Revision |
|—————————|—————————————————|—————————————————-|
| Scope | Cantonal authorities and public law institutions | Municipalities and their institutions |
| Exceptions | Only the Urner Kantonalbank was explicitly excluded | Clarified exceptions, including those in economic competition|
| Open Government Data | No specific regulations | Legal basis established; canton to create a model regulation.|