LC 268 Legislature · 2025 Regular Session

Generally revise public record laws

This bill revises Montana's public record laws to establish clearer response deadlines and fee structures for state agencies. It requires executive branch agencies to acknowledge requests within five business days and respond within 90 days, with a six-month extension option for complex requests. The legislation also sets fee limits based on actual costs and allows agencies to require estimated fees before processing requests. Additionally, it creates a two-year retention period for records and responses, and permits individuals to file court actions if agencies miss response deadlines.
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Sep 2024
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Introduced Sep 23, 2024 Last action Dec 13, 2024
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