HI SB991

Caps reproduction costs for government records at 25 cents per page (down from previous minimums), with first 100 pages waived if disclosure serves the public interest, contributes to public understanding of government operations, and is not primarily commercial.

Eliminates reproduction costs for documents provided in electronic format when agencies already maintain them electronically.

Caps fees for searching records at $5 per 15 minutes and for reviewing/segregating records at $7.50 per 15 minutes, with full waiver available when disclosure serves the public interest.

Redefines "reasonable reproduction costs" to include only operator salary and machinery costs, removing broad cost categories like labor search time and equipment rental.

Appropriates $185,000 for each of fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 to establish two full-time positions within the Office of Information Practices, effective July 1, 2112.