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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; PROHIBITING RETALIATION UNDER THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT; PROVIDING CIVIL LIABILITY.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) to prohibit retaliation against individuals who submit public records requests or inquire about the request process. The bill allows individuals to sue and receive compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees if they are subject to retaliatory action, which is defined as any action that would discourage a reasonable person from submitting a request or pursuing enforcement of a request. The bill maintains the existing provisions that allow the attorney general, district attorney, or a person whose request has been denied to bring an action to enforce IPRA and receive attorney's fees if successful.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/01/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=87&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0087.pdf |
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