Arizona SB1340 mandates digital copies for permanent public records and sets standards for their quality and storage.

Arizona SB1340 amends public records laws to require permanent public records to be kept on durable materials, including digital media. Public officers must create compliant digital copies before destroying paper records. These digital records must meet standards set by the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records director. The bill also outlines procedures for storing and maintaining these records and classifies violations as a class 2 misdemeanor.

Arizona SB1340 mandates digital copies for permanent public records and sets standards for their quality and storage.

Arizona SB1340 amends public records laws to require permanent public records to be kept on durable materials, including digital media. Public officers must create compliant digital copies before destroying paper records. These digital records must meet standards set by the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records director. The bill also outlines procedures for storing and maintaining these records and classifies violations as a class 2 misdemeanor.