Bill
Bill > S2358
summary
Introduced
03/21/2022
03/21/2022
In Committee
03/21/2022
03/21/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill permits a records custodian to redact any information which discloses the mailing address, home address, whether a primary or secondary residence, phone number, email address, or any medical, financial, or personal information of a citizen. This bill would prevent potential malicious use of such personal information and would protect the privacy of an individual when an open public records act request is fulfilled. This bill codifies the decision of Burnett v. County of Bergen, by protecting information for which there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. Email addresses and phone numbers are a necessity for daily life and the collection of such information by a government agency has legitimate uses including for emergency alert systems. The ability to gain access to many email addresses and other personal information opens up the residents of New Jersey to unwanted solicitations or harassing communications and creates opportunities for attempted cybercrime.
AI Summary
This bill permits government records custodians to redact certain personal information, such as mailing addresses, home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and medical, financial, or personal information of a citizen, from records disclosed in response to public records requests. The bill aims to protect the privacy of individuals and prevent potential misuse of their personal information, while still allowing access to government records. It codifies a court decision that recognized a reasonable expectation of privacy for certain personal information. The bill also provides context on the need to protect email addresses and phone numbers, which are necessary for daily life, from unwanted solicitations or attempts at cybercrime.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 03/21/2022)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S2358 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2500/2358_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2500/2358_I1.PDF |
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