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AZ SB1437

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jake Hoffman

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Requires public bodies to provide copies of public records in the least expensive manner possible, with preference given to electronic copies
  • Limits fees for most public record requests to material costs only, eliminating labor or other charges
  • Exempts law enforcement video recordings (under section 39-129) and commercial purpose requests from the new fee restrictions
  • Updates existing public records law with technical changes, including gender-neutral language (changing "chairman" to "chairperson")
  • Clarifies that custodians must promptly respond to requests and provide an index of withheld records when requested

Legislative Description

Public records; format; fees

Fees

Last Action

House read second time

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/2/2026
Government2/24/2026
Rules1/28/2026
Government Institutions1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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