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This bill establishes the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) Study Commission, a group of 11 members appointed by the Senate President, the Speaker of the General Assembly, and the Governor. The commission is tasked with reviewing how OPRA, New Jersey's public records law, is being implemented and used in practice. This includes evaluating the impact of technological advancements, court rulings, and commercial use of OPRA, as well as how OPRA balances public access with privacy rights. The commission will also research public records laws in other states and make recommendations for improving, expanding, and facilitating OPRA in New Jersey. The commission is required to hold public hearings and report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature and Governor within one year of its initial meeting.

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