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Introduced
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill provides that upon receipt of a public records request, the lawful custodian shall (1) promptly, as defined in the bill, acknowledge the request and provide the contact information of the lawful custodian’s authorized designee, (2) provide an approximate date for a response and an estimate of any reasonable fees associated with the request, and (3) inform the requester of any expected delay in production of the public record.
AI Summary
This Study Bill, building upon existing laws regarding public records, mandates that when a government official, referred to as the "lawful custodian," receives a request for public records, they must promptly acknowledge the request and provide the contact information for the person authorized to handle it. Additionally, the custodian must give the requester an estimated date for when they can expect a response or the records themselves, along with an estimate of any reasonable fees involved, and inform the requester of any anticipated delays in providing the requested information.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
State Government (House)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 400. (on 02/13/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HSB76 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HSB76.html |
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