SB1826

FOIA-JUDICIAL EXEMPTIONS

Introduced·2/6/25
Introduced Text

SB1826 amends the Freedom of Information Act to include judicial bodies and their components as public bodies, defining public records and exempting.

SB1826 amends the Freedom of Information Act by including the judicial body and its components within the definition of "public body." It defines "public records" when associated with the judicial body and its components, including anonymized juvenile court and juvenile detention information, criminal charges, and anonymized detention funds. The bill exempts specific records from inspection and copying, such as those that would compromise security, violate privacy laws, or contain trade secrets.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 16

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Napoleon Harris III

Apr 15

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Karina Villa

Mar 23

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert F. Martwick