The bill amends the Inspection of Public Records Act in New Mexico to include a new exception for the disclosure of certain records. Specifically, it stipulates that records containing personal identifying information or sensitive information related to the practice of a medical provider who performs medical services related to abortion are exempt from public disclosure. This addition aims to protect the privacy of individuals and medical providers involved in abortion services.

In the revised text of Section 14-2-1 NMSA 1978, the bill introduces a new subsection (L) that explicitly states this exemption. Additionally, it retains existing exceptions to public record disclosure, ensuring that sensitive information related to various other areas, such as mental health examinations and law enforcement records, remains protected. The overall intent of the bill is to enhance privacy protections for medical providers and patients in the context of abortion services.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 14-2-1
Final Version: 14-2-1