HB4395

HB4395 amends the Freedom of Information Act to include the judicial branch and its components as public bodies subject to the Act.

HB4395 amends the Freedom of Information Act by expanding the definition of "public body" to include the judicial branch and its components. It also exempts records related to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders. The bill allows for the review of denials of requests for records from public bodies regarding compliance with the Act. The Public Access Counselor can request additional information from the public body to assist in the review. Public bodies that rely on an advisory opinion of the Attorney General in responding to a request are immune from financial liability.