Bill > A11143

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 request records, including specifying who to appeal to and providing contact information like mailing and email addresses. It also mandates that agencies with websites must post information about FOIL requests and appeals, including contact details for their records access officer and the individual or body responsible for handling appeals. Furthermore, agencies must accept and respond to record requests and appeals submitted via email, and those with websites that allow online record requests must also permit online appeals. The bill aims to make the FOIL process more accessible and transparent by standardizing how agencies communicate this information to the public.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A11143