Relating to the authority of certain persons to bring an action for declaratory judgment under the open meetings law or public information law regarding compliance or action by a governmental body.

HB 5585 allows interested individuals, including members of the news media, to file lawsuits seeking court rulings (declaratory judgments) to determine if government bodies followed Texas' open meetings laws (Chapter 551) or public information laws (Chapter 552). The bill specifically enables legal challenges regarding compliance with these laws or disputes over government interpretations of them, such as cost estimates for providing information. Courts hearing these cases can award attorney fees and costs to the winning party, as permitted under Texas law. This legislation does not change the underlying open meetings or public information rules but creates a new legal pathway for accountability. It directly affects government bodies and the public seeking clarity on transparency compliance.