Changes provisions governing geographical information systems

HB 1182 requires local governments (counties and municipalities) to make geographical information system (GIS) data publicly accessible, unless properly designated as closed records. It prohibits charging fees for digital access to the system itself but allows reasonable fees for physical copies or hard-copy products. Communities may license GIS software or data at cost, covering actual expenses like labor and materials, but cannot charge for basic system access. The bill also exempts certain professionals (like real estate agents and surveyors) from standard fee structures when collecting routine data.