Bolivia's Senate approves bill mandating state information transparency

Bolivia's Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bill that will establish transparency as the general rule for state information, allowing any citizen to request data without needing to justify their interest. The proposed law, designated as Bill 066/2025-2026 on Access to Information, now moves to the Chamber of Deputies for further consideration.

This legislative initiative aims to guarantee the right to information and bolster transparency in the management of state data. The obligation to disclose information will extend to all state organs, public entities, state-owned companies, public universities, and other institutions that manage public resources or provide services to the nation. The principle is that state information will be public by default, with exceptions strictly defined by law.

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We have risen to the occasion and met the needs of Bolivia, which requires legislative instruments that restore and guarantee the full exercise of their rights.

During its detailed review, the Senate refined the oversight mechanism for the future law, which will be known as the Observatory. Additionally, the Senate established a 90-day period following the law's publication in the Official Gazette for the approval of its respective regulations. This ensures a structured implementation process.

Senator Soledad Chapetón, who presided over the Senate session and was the bill's rapporteur, highlighted that the legislation incorporated contributions from legislators, press representatives, and human rights organizations since its inception in February. "We have risen to the occasion and met the needs of Bolivia, which requires legislative instruments that restore and guarantee the full exercise of their rights," Chapetón stated during the session. She emphasized that the bill represents years of effort and input from various sectors, making it a project "absolutely for everyone."

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This is a project, therefore, absolutely for everyone.