HB5484

FOIA PRIVATE INFO-GENDER

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Amends the Freedom of Information Act to include gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender expression as private information.

The bill amends the Freedom of Information Act to redefine "private information" to include gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender expression. This change aims to protect these personal attributes from being disclosed under public records requests. The bill ensures that such sensitive information remains confidential, aligning with privacy laws and regulations.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

4:00 PM

House Executive Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 26

House

To FOIA & OMA Subcommittee

Mar 12

House

Assigned to Executive Committee