The proposed bill amends the Freedom of Information Act of 1967 to create a new section that exempts personal information of elected constitutional officers, judicial officials, elected county officials, and their immediate family members from being considered public records. This new section, designated as 25-19-113, defines key terms such as "elected constitutional officer," "judicial official," "elected county official," and "immediate family member." It specifies the types of personal information that will be protected, including home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, Social Security numbers, and other sensitive data.
Additionally, the bill prohibits governmental entities from posting or displaying this personal information in any public manner, whether for free or for a fee, including on social media accounts or governmental websites. If such information is posted, the affected officials or their family members can request its removal, and the governmental entity is required to comply within three days. This legislation aims to enhance the privacy and security of public officials and their families by safeguarding their personal information from public disclosure.