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S2138Introduced in the Senate

Makes changes to the access to public records act, including clarifying various provisions, increasing the sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the law, and making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public.

Introduced

Introduced by Meghan Kallman, District 15

What does this bill do?

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PUBLIC RECORDS -- ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS - Makes changes to the access to public records act, including clarifying various provisions, increasing the sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the law, and making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public.

Where it stands

Withdrawn at sponsor's request

January 27, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

  2. Withdrawn at sponsor's request

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