Bill No. 2095 amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act, specifically Section 24A.5, to enhance the procedures for responding to records requests by public bodies. The bill mandates that public bodies must respond to records requests within thirty business days of receipt. Additionally, it emphasizes that public bodies should provide prompt and reasonable access to their records while allowing for the establishment of reasonable procedures to protect the integrity of the records and prevent excessive disruptions to their essential functions.

The bill also clarifies that while all records of public bodies are generally open for inspection, certain records are exempt from disclosure, including those protected by legal privileges, personal information, and specific documents related to investigations or evaluations by state agencies. Furthermore, it stipulates that fees for copying records should not be used to discourage requests for information and that public bodies must post a written schedule of fees at their principal office. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 51-24A.5
Floor (House): 51-24A.5
Floor (Senate): 51-24A.5
Engrossed: 51-24A.5