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NY S07856

NY S07856
Prohibits agencies from charging for the process of a FOIL request made by state and local agencies or the state legislature.


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Introduced
02/26/2020
In Committee
02/26/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to prohibiting certain agencies from charging for the process of a FOIL request made by state and local agencies or the state legislature

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public Officers Law to prohibit state government agencies, including those in New York City, from charging other state and local agencies or the state legislature fees for processing Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests made in the course of their official duties. However, the bill does not authorize or require any new charges or fees beyond what was already permitted prior to the effective date of the amendment.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES (on 12/28/2020)

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