A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled “Freedom of information act,” (MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding part 2.
Enhances transparency and democratic engagement by expanding the entities covered, clarifying FOIA coordinators' roles, and reinforcing the public's right to access government information with precise cybersecurity definitions. It simplifies the request process, allowing for electronic responses and public subscriptions to records, and sets forth conditions for charging fees, with waivers or reductions for specific groups. The bill establishes clear procedures for requests, a standard form for fee itemization, and guidelines for verbal requests and appeals, specifying penalties for non-compliance.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Ethics and Oversight
