S.1712

Makes certain changes to public access of government records.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1712 amends public access to government records, exempting certain personal information and setting fees for record duplication.

New Jersey S1712 modifies the public's access to government records by exempting specific personal information from disclosure, such as email addresses, home and cell phone numbers, and social security numbers. It also establishes a uniform fee structure for copying government records, with a per-page rate for printed matter. The bill mandates that records custodians accept requests made on any document that clearly states it is an Open Public Records Act request and contains required information.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee