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The series contains information on approximately a dozen issues investigated by the Assembly Standing Committee on Governmental Operations during the years from 1975 to 1982.
The larger portion of the records pertain to the issue of legalizing casino gambling in the state. Other issues represented include open meetings legislation, Indian affairs, and the effect of the state's Freedom of Information Law. The records include hearing testimony, correspondence and memoranda in support or opposition of legislation, copies of proposed legislation, and printed reports and newsclippings. Included in the records are the opinions of state and local government officials, businesses, special interest groups, and individuals.
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