CT SB00466

Public agencies may petition the Freedom of Information Commission for relief from "vexatious requesters" by submitting sworn statements detailing the requester's conduct, including number of requests, scope, and any harassing or threatening behavior toward agency employees

Harassing or threatening conduct occurring outside the agency's office or unrelated to specific records requests can now be considered when determining vexatious requester status

The FOI Commission executive director reviews petitions and determines whether a hearing is warranted; the commission must hear and decide petitions within one year of filing

First-time vexatious requester designations allow agencies to ignore future requests from that person for up to one year; second or subsequent designations extend the maximum relief period to three years

Aggrieved parties may appeal the commission's decision to superior court within 15 days; effective date is October 1, 2026