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NY S09607
NY S09607Requires agencies subject to FOIL requirements to promulgate rules and regulations regarding to whom a requestor may appeal a denial and how to request records from or appeal a denial; makes certain provisions relating to publication of contact information for FOIL requests and appeals.
summary
Introduced
03/27/2026
03/27/2026
In Committee
03/27/2026
03/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to certain reforms for agencies subject to the freedom of information law
AI Summary
This bill requires agencies subject to the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) to establish clear procedures for how individuals can appeal a denial of access to records and how to submit requests for records, including specifying mailing and email addresses for these appeals and requests. It also mandates that agencies post contact information for their records access officers and the individuals or bodies responsible for hearing appeals on their websites, along with details on how to request records in person, by mail, email, or any other designated method. Furthermore, agencies with websites must allow for online submission of record requests and appeals of denials, and must accept and respond to appeals submitted via email. The bill aims to make the FOIL process more accessible and transparent by standardizing and publicizing these procedures.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS (on 03/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9607 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09607&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09607 |
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