HB05250

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Freedom Of Information Commission For Revisions To The Freedom Of Information Act.

Chamber Passed·5/1/26

Connecticut HB05250 revises the Freedom of Information Act to implement recommendations from the Freedom of Information Commission.

Connecticut HB05250 revises the Freedom of Information Act by implementing recommendations from the Freedom of Information Commission. Key changes include allowing individuals to copy public records using a hand-held scanner, with a fee not exceeding twenty dollars. It mandates that public agencies post notices of special meetings on their websites and provide written notice to members at least 24 hours in advance.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 142–0 · May 1
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

142 Yea

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0 Nay

9 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

Government Oversight Public Hearing

History

May 2

Senate

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate

May 2

Senate

Senate Calendar Number 533

May 1

House

House Adopted House Amendment Schedule A 5459