The bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (1976 PA 442) by introducing new definitions and clarifications related to cybersecurity. Key insertions include definitions for "cybersecurity assessment," "cybersecurity incident," "cybersecurity plan," "cybersecurity vulnerability," and "field name," which aim to enhance the understanding of cybersecurity-related terms within the context of public records. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "public body" to include various governmental entities while explicitly excluding certain legislative agencies and the judiciary. It also specifies that public records do not include personal notes taken by members of a public body if they are not circulated or used for official purposes.

Furthermore, the bill updates the definition of "writing" to encompass modern forms of data storage and recording, such as cloud storage and quantum computing systems. It also modifies the term "written request" to include requests made via email and other electronic means. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of another related bill in the legislature, and it is set to take effect on January 1 of the first odd-numbered year that follows at least six months after its enactment.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 15.232