HB2095

Oklahoma Open Records Act; thirty-day records request response time; effective date.

Chamber Passed·3/27/25

Oklahoma HB2095 amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to set a 30-day response time for public records requests.

Oklahoma HB2095 modifies the Oklahoma Open Records Act by establishing a 30-day timeframe for public bodies to respond to requests for inspection, copying, or mechanical reproduction of records. The bill allows public bodies to charge fees only for the direct costs of copying or reproducing records, with a maximum fee of $0.25 per page for standard-sized records and $1.00 per page for certified copies. It also mandates that public bodies designate authorized personnel to release records during regular business hours and prohibits unreasonable delays in providing access to records.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 8–0 · Mar 27, 2025
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

RRRDDRRR

0 Nay

History

Apr 24, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Apr 22, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass Judiciary committee; CR filed

Apr 1, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary