Illinois HB2882 amends the Freedom of Information Act to extend response periods for public records requests.
HB2882 amends the Illinois Freedom of Information Act to change the response periods for public records requests. Public bodies must now respond to requests within 15 business days, with an option to extend for an additional 10 business days. This change applies to all requests except those for commercial purposes, which must be responded to within 30 business days. The bill also specifies conditions under which requests can be denied or extended, ensuring transparency and efficiency in public records access.
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