HI SB3256

Requires any person who publicly reports statements to more than 50,000 people based on government records obtained under Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) to respond to record requests the same way state agencies do, including following the same procedures, fees, and costs.

Exempts statements clearly identified as opinions rather than objective facts, and exempts judicial, legislative, or administrative proceedings and investigations from these disclosure requirements.

Protects legitimate news media members from being required to disclose the identity of confidential sources who provided information for their reports.

Takes effect upon approval.