The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6883 aims to enhance the protection of certain residential addresses and the locations of shelters for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault under the Freedom of Information Act. The bill proposes to amend section 1-217 of the general statutes by prohibiting the disclosure of residential addresses for additional categories of individuals, including any United States Attorney for the district of Connecticut and attorneys employed by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. The bill also expands the existing exemptions to include the locations of shelters and transitional housing for sexual assault victims, ensuring that such information is not disclosed by public agencies.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that any discussions regarding the location of shelters or transitional housing for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault during public agency meetings must be held in executive session to maintain confidentiality. The effective date for these changes is set for October 1, 2025. The proposed amendments aim to strengthen the privacy and safety of vulnerable individuals while balancing the public's right to information.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 8-360