SB 234 Connecticut Senate · 2024 Regular Session

AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORDS FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.

This bill amends state law to restrict public access to specific law enforcement records under the Freedom of Information Act. It primarily affects the ability of the public and journalists to request documents related to ongoing investigations and sensitive personal information. The key changes include shielding the identities of informants and witnesses, protecting juvenile arrest records, and keeping private the names and addresses of victims in sexual assault, family violence, and homicide cases. Additionally, the bill prohibits the release of photos or videos depicting scenes involving minors, victims of abuse, or deceased individuals to prevent unwarranted invasions of privacy. These exemptions are designed to ensure public safety and protect the personal dignity of victims and their families.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
Mar 2024
Senate Passage
Apr 2024
House Passage
May 2024
Signed into Law
May 2024
Introduced Feb 22, 2024 Signed May 28, 2024
Floor votes · Senate Apr 18, 2024 · House May 8, 2024

How they voted

360
Passed
Total votes 36
Apr 18, 2024
D Democratic24
24 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican12
12 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
18
Key actions
4
Committee
2
May 28, 2024
Signed into law
SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
upper
May 8, 2024
Lower · Passed
HOUSE PASSED
lower
Apr 18, 2024
Upper · Passed
SENATE PASSED
upper
Mar 19, 2024
Upper · Passed
Joint Favorable Substitute
upper
Feb 22, 2024
Committee
REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Public Safety and Security
upper
3 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors