Bill > HB644

This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to exempt personal contact information of minors participating in programs run by state public bodies, such as apprenticeships, unpaid internships, or externships, from mandatory public disclosure. This means that details like a minor's home address, email address, or phone number, as provided to the state for their participation in such programs, will be kept private. However, parents or guardians will still have access to this information unless their parental rights have been terminated or a court has restricted their access. Additionally, emancipated minors can access their own information, and any individual can waive these protections in writing, allowing the information to be disclosed. This change is a recommendation from the Virginia FOIA Advisory Council.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB644