Requires governmental and certain nongovernmental entities to publish public records proactively on the internet that are of public interest.

New York A01288 amends the public officers law to mandate that governmental and certain nongovernmental entities publish public records proactively on the internet that are of public interest. The bill defines "record" and outlines exceptions to disclosure, such as personal information and trade secrets. It also establishes the Committee on Open Government to oversee the implementation of these provisions, including issuing advisory opinions and handling appeals.

Requires governmental and certain nongovernmental entities to publish public records proactively on the internet that are of public interest.

New York A01288 amends the public officers law to mandate that governmental and certain nongovernmental entities publish public records proactively on the internet that are of public interest. The bill defines "record" and outlines exceptions to disclosure, such as personal information and trade secrets. It also establishes the Committee on Open Government to oversee the implementation of these provisions, including issuing advisory opinions and handling appeals.