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RI S2393
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Todd Patalano
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AI Summary
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Requires all public records requesters to provide their name and a valid mailing address or electronic mail address to enable identity verification and communication about the request
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Prohibits public bodies from accepting or processing anonymous public records requests
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Mandates that public bodies post their public records access procedures on their website if one is maintained
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Clarifies that the 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
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires those with a public records request to provide identifying information.
Public Records
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
1/30/2026