Bill > LD2219

This bill, implementing recommendations from the Right To Know Advisory Committee, makes several changes to existing laws concerning the confidentiality and disclosure of public records. It clarifies that DNA records can be disclosed to criminal justice agencies for investigations, the FBI for the CODIS database, medical examiners, and individuals charged as a result of a DNA search, with access limited to relevant records. The bill also amends laws related to employer drug testing to ensure information is only disclosed with employee consent or as legally required, and clarifies that certain vehicle registration records and accident report data are confidential, with specific exceptions for law enforcement and public safety. Additionally, it updates provisions regarding the confidentiality of personal contact information for licensed professionals, ensuring that personal residence addresses and phone numbers are not considered confidential if provided as public contact information, and clarifies that certain financial exploitation records are confidential.