Modifies sunshine fee provisions for geographical information system data
This bill modifies how local governments in the state must share data from their geographical information systems, which are computerized tools used to map and analyze community information. It requires that data collected for these systems be made available to the public unless it is officially classified as a closed record, though the public may not receive the raw digital files without a specific license agreement. Communities can charge a reasonable fee based on the cost of producing maps or other printed materials, but they cannot charge for the actual data itself or restrict routine access by professionals like real estate agents and utility companies. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that local governments are not legally responsible for any errors found in the information they distribute through these systems.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2023
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Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2023
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Dec 1, 2023
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
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Jeff Coleman
RRepublican
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