Bill > A01860

This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to prohibit state and local government agencies from charging fees to other state and local agencies or the state legislature when processing a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that prevents agencies, including those in state government and cities with populations over one million, from charging processing fees for FOIL requests made by other government entities in the course of their official duties. The bill clarifies that this new prohibition does not create any additional fee authorization beyond what was already in place before the law's enactment. The provision is designed to streamline information sharing between government agencies by removing financial barriers to FOIL request processing, potentially making government operations more efficient and transparent. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1860