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HB 597 — Public Records/Agency Emergency Notification Information
by Rep. Taylor (SB 874 by Senators Hays, Norman, Bennett, and Storms)
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Community Affairs Committee (CA)
This bill creates an exemption from public records requirements for any information furnished by a person to an agency for the purpose of being provided with emergency notification by the agency, including the person’s name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, or other electronic communication address. The bill provides for retroactive application of the exemption and for legislative review and repeal under the provisions of the Open Government Sunset Review Act.
The bill provides a statement of public necessity as required by the State Constitution.
If approved by the Governor, these provisions take effect July 1, 2011.
Vote: Senate 39-0; House 116-0