HB2440 amends confidentiality rules for records maintained by the education ombuds in Washington.

HB2440 amends the confidentiality rules for records maintained by the education ombuds in Washington. It specifies that all matters and information received by the education ombuds are confidential, except when necessary for investigations or inquiries. The bill allows the education ombuds to disclose information only when required by law or permitted by state or federal law. Complainants can access their own records upon request, with certain redactions. Records related to complaints are exempt from public disclosure under state law.

HB2440 amends confidentiality rules for records maintained by the education ombuds in Washington.

HB2440 amends the confidentiality rules for records maintained by the education ombuds in Washington. It specifies that all matters and information received by the education ombuds are confidential, except when necessary for investigations or inquiries. The bill allows the education ombuds to disclose information only when required by law or permitted by state or federal law. Complainants can access their own records upon request, with certain redactions. Records related to complaints are exempt from public disclosure under state law.