S1665
An Act regulating access to the disclosure of certain police reports
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Bill overview
This bill aims to regulate how the public can access certain police reports. Specifically, it seeks to limit the disclosure of reports that contain sensitive information, such as details about victims of crime or ongoing investigations. The bill intends to balance the public’s right to information with the need to protect privacy and ensure the integrity of law enforcement investigations. It establishes guidelines for accessing these reports to safeguard confidential details.
Key provisions
- Limits disclosure of police reports containing sensitive information.
- Establishes guidelines for accessing specific types of police reports.
- Protects the privacy of victims of crime.
- Aims to safeguard the integrity of ongoing law enforcement investigations.
- Defines ‘sensitive information’ for reporting purposes.
Who is affected
- The public
- Law enforcement agencies
- Victims of crime
- Individuals subject to police reports
Notable changes
- Introduces specific regulations regarding the disclosure of police reports.
- Potentially restricts access to information previously available to the public.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Sal N. DiDomenico
Cosponsor
Sal N. DiDomenico
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Bill S.1665 194th (Current)
An Act regulating access to the disclosure of certain police reports
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1665) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to the disclosure of certain police reports. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Sal N. DiDomenico Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1665
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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