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IA HSB76

IA HSB76
A bill for an act relating to public records requests.(See HF 400.)


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Introduced
01/23/2025
In Committee
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)

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