RI H7985

Requires all public records requesters to provide their name and a valid mailing address or email address to allow identity verification and communication about the request.

Prohibits public bodies from accepting or processing anonymous public records requests.

Mandates public bodies post their records request procedures on their website (if one exists) and make procedures readily available to the public.

Clarifies that unavailability of a designated public records officer does not constitute good cause for failing to respond to requests within the required 10 business day timeframe.

Takes effect immediately upon passage.