Makes certain changes to public access of government records.

S 2074 amends New Jersey's public records law to clarify what constitutes a "government record" and specify confidential information that cannot be disclosed. It defines key terms like "custodian" and "government record," while listing detailed exemptions - including personal data (SSNs, home addresses), trade secrets, attorney-client communications, security procedures, medical examiner photos, and certain sensitive records like sexual harassment complaints. The bill directly affects residents seeking government records by establishing clearer boundaries for public access under New Jersey's Open Public Records Act. It does not create new exemptions but refines existing ones to improve transparency and protect sensitive information. The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 13, 2026, and referred to the Judiciary Committee.