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NJ A1151

NJ A1151
Establishes Open Public Records Act Study Commission.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes Open Public Records Act Study Commission.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) Study Commission to review OPRA, examine how it has been implemented and used, and make recommendations for improving, expanding, and facilitating OPRA. The 11-member commission will include representatives from the Department of Community Affairs, the Government Records Council, the news media, local government, law enforcement, and the public. The commission will hold public hearings, analyze OPRA's operation and use, and consider issues such as balancing public access with privacy rights and the use of OPRA for commercial purposes. The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature and Governor within one year of its initial meeting.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/11/2022)

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