The bill amends Section 38-2-2 of the General Laws in Chapter 38-2, which pertains to "Access to Public Records." It introduces new definitions and clarifications regarding public records, specifically emphasizing the inclusion of bulk electronic data processing records and compilations of electronic court records, including the Rhode Island adult criminal database and the Rhode Island traffic tribunal database extract. The bill aims to clarify the public's right to access these records. Additionally, it specifies that administrative functions shall include providing bulk electronic data processing records or any compilation of electronic court records. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8350: 38-2-2