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LD 127

An Act To Strengthen Legislative Oversight Of Government Agencies And Programs By Reaffirming The Legislature'S Access To Confidential Records

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Amy Arata and 9 co-sponsors

Overview: Bill Number: LD 127, Title: An Act To Strengthen Legislative Oversight Of Government Agencies And Programs By Reaffirming The Legislature'S Access To Confidential Records

The Bill was in the possession of the House when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 127

Overview: Bill Number: LD 127, Title: An Act To Strengthen Legislative Oversight Of Government Agencies And Programs By Reaffirming The Legislature'S Access To Confidential Records, Status: Carry Over Approved, Introduced: January 08, 2025, Subject: Committees, GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE, LEGISLATURE

Purpose and Intent: The goal of this bill is to bolster the legislature's ability to oversee and investigate government agencies and programs by clarifying and expanding lawmakers' access to confidential records and information. It aims to enhance transparency and accountability within the executive branch.

Key Provisions:
- Reaffirms the legislature's authority to access any confidential or privileged records held by state agencies, regardless of statutory confidentiality provisions
- Requires agencies to provide requested records within 30 days, unless a valid legal privilege can be demonstrated
- Allows legislative committees to compel testimony from agency officials and contractors

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- State government agencies and programs would face greater legislative scrutiny and oversight
- The public could benefit from increased transparency and accountability in how government operates

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been carried over to the next legislative session. If passed, the new legislative oversight powers would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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