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HB 437 Failed

Public Records

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Public Records; Provides that it is a violation of specified provisions to fail to acknowledge public records request promptly & respond to such request in good faith; revises various provisions relating to custodians of public records, agencies, fees, & penalties; requires written, detailed cost estimate be provided upon request to persons seeking to inspect or copy public record; requires courts to assess specified costs, fees, & penalties.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Nov 17, 2025
Last action
Mar 13, 2026 — Died in Rules
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled