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Does the PRA affect questions at public meetings?

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Not usually. No clearance is needed if the attendees are just asked to comment or give suggestions on the program or subject in question.  If, however, the group is gathered for having attendees respond to a specific set of formatted questions, then the PRA DOES apply.