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This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to address cybersecurity concerns related to electronic records requests. Specifically, it requires that electronic requests for public records must be submitted entirely within the body of the electronic submission, preventing requesters from using attachments or hyperlinks to provide request details. As a cybersecurity measure, the bill stipulates that public bodies are not obligated to open or access files or links attached to electronic requests. This change aims to reduce potential security risks associated with electronic document submissions by ensuring that all request information is directly visible in the main text of the submission. The bill maintains the existing provisions of FOIA regarding public records access, including the requirement for public bodies to respond to requests within 5 business days and the ability to extend response times under certain circumstances. The modification is intended to provide public bodies with additional protection against potential cybersecurity threats while preserving the fundamental transparency goals of the Freedom of Information Act.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2334&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104