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HB 1446
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Regarding the statute of limitations under the public records act.
Sponsors: Representatives Kessler, Rodne, Chandler, Hunt, Upthegrove and Miloscia; by request of Attorney General.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/2/07
Staff: Colleen Kerr (786-7168).
Background:
The Public Records Act (PRA) provides the procedure for an individual to seek judicial review
of an agency's denial to inspect or copy a public record. In 2005, the Legislature added language
requiring that actions under the PRA must be filed within one year of the agency's claim of
exemption or the last production of a record on a partial or installment basis
Summary of Bill:
Clarifies that the statute of limitations begins to toll upon an agency's failure to provide a
response as required by the PRA or any other violation of the PRA as well as when an agency
claims an exemption or the provides the last production of a record on a partial or installment
basis.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Available.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.