12 November 2025

Episode 97 – Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Open Meetings Act (OMA) Explained


What really counts as a public record?

Can a text message land your organization in legal trouble?

And why should private employers care about the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Open Meetings Act (OMA)?

In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorney Sarah Willey sits down with Rich Cherry to break down two critical public transparency laws: FOIA and OMA.

Whether you’re in HR, work for a public body, or represent a private employer that interacts with the government, this episode will help you avoid common compliance mistakes and protect sensitive information.

🔍 Tune in as we explore:

  • What FOIA and OMA actually cover
  • Why personal texts and emails can become public records
  • How private employers can (and should) use FOIA
  • Common legal mistakes by public sector employers
  • What makes a meeting “public” under the law

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