Senate Bill No. 502, introduced by Senator Miguez, amends R.S. 44:5(B)(4) to modify the confidentiality provisions regarding records from the office of the governor. The bill prohibits access to records related to the governor's schedule, as well as that of his spouse and child, if such records contain security details that could jeopardize their safety. The previous law allowed these records to be held confidential for a period not to exceed seven days following the scheduled event. The new language removes this seven-day limitation, allowing for greater flexibility in maintaining the confidentiality of these records.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that not all records concerning meetings or events attended by the governor are confidential, and it retains the provision that allows the governor to keep records related to such meetings privileged for up to seven days after the event. This change aims to enhance the security of the governor and his family while balancing the public's right to access certain records. The effective date for this legislation is set for August 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
SB502 Reengrossed: 44:5(B)(4)