"This bill is intended to address a narrow set of high-cost, resource-intensive requests that can delay agencies' ability to respond to other records requests. The goal is to ensure that agencies can continue to respond to all requests in a timely manner."
"The growing volume and complexity of requests creates real challenges for local governments - straining limited public resources."
A California lawmaker proposes Assembly Bill 1821, allowing public agencies to charge fees for extensive public records requests. The bill aims to address the increasing volume of requests that strain government resources. Fees would apply if searches exceed two hours or ten hours in a month for the same requester, with exemptions for journalists and educational institutions. Advocates express concern that such fees may hinder access to public records, which are constitutionally guaranteed. The bill seeks to balance timely responses to requests with the operational demands on government agencies.
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