Illinois HB1855 amends the Freedom of Information Act to include the judicial branch and its components as public bodies subject to the Act.
Illinois HB1855 amends the Freedom of Information Act by expanding the definition of "public body" to include the judicial branch and its components. This change subjects the judicial branch to the Act's provisions, ensuring transparency and public access to records. The bill also outlines specific exemptions and procedures for handling requests for public records, including the role of the Public Access Counselor in reviewing denials of record requests.
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