Bill > HB567

This bill modifies Kentucky's open records law to clarify who qualifies as a "resident of the Commonwealth" for the purpose of inspecting public records and to allow officials to request proof of residency. Specifically, it updates the definition of a resident to include foreign business entities with a physical location in Kentucky and removes the provision allowing authorized representatives to act on behalf of residents, while also adding news-gathering organizations. Furthermore, the bill allows the official custodian of public records to require applicants to present government-issued photo identification that includes their address as proof of residency, or an alternative form of identification if they do not possess such a photo ID. These changes are intended to streamline the process of verifying residency for those seeking to access public information.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb567.html