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 security of the governor, his spouse, or his child, specifically those that contain security details which, if disclosed, could jeopardize their safety. The previous law allowed such records to be held confidential for a period not to exceed seven days following the scheduled event. This limitation has been removed, 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 a period not to exceed seven days after the event. The changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2024, and aim to enhance the security of the governor and his family while balancing public access to information.

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