Loading chat...

ID H0625

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Local Government Committee

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new expedited complaint process in magistrate court for public records disputes, requiring a $100 non-waivable filing fee and complaints filed within 90 days of the agency's response

  • Streamlines the initial complaint process by prohibiting discovery, witness testimony, and oral arguments, with judges required to issue decisions within 14 days of receiving the agency's response

  • Preserves the existing district court petition process as an alternative or follow-up option, with petitions allowed within 180 days of denial or after a magistrate court decision

  • Requires public agencies to retain disputed records until the appeal period ends or a final decision is rendered

  • Declares an emergency with an effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide for the filing of a complaint by a person aggrieved and to revise provisions regarding denial of a request for disclosure.

PUBLIC RECORDS ACT

Last Action

Reported Printed and Referred to Local Government

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Government2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available