Maryland HB1620 amends the Public Information Act to allow inspectors general to inspect public records under specific conditions.

Maryland HB1620 modifies the Public Information Act to allow inspectors general to inspect public records if authorized by state or local law and necessary for their duties. The bill specifies that inspectors general can inspect records if the custodian denies access, provided the denial is not based on privileged or confidential information, or if it conflicts with state statutes, Supreme Court rules, or court orders. The act also mandates that any redisclosure by inspectors general is subject to the Public Information Act's provisions. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1620 amends the Public Information Act to allow inspectors general to inspect public records under specific conditions.

Maryland HB1620 modifies the Public Information Act to allow inspectors general to inspect public records if authorized by state or local law and necessary for their duties. The bill specifies that inspectors general can inspect records if the custodian denies access, provided the denial is not based on privileged or confidential information, or if it conflicts with state statutes, Supreme Court rules, or court orders. The act also mandates that any redisclosure by inspectors general is subject to the Public Information Act's provisions. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2026.