AB 370: California Public Records Act: cyberattacks.

This bill amends the California Public Records Act to expand the definition of "unusual circumstances" that allow for a 14-day extension of the 10-day response time limit for requests for public records. The expansion includes situations where a state of emergency directly affects an agency's ability to respond to requests, as well as cyberattacks that prevent agencies from accessing their electronic servers or systems. The bill also makes legislative findings to demonstrate that the enactment furthers the constitutional requirements for public access to meetings and writings of public officials and agencies. Additionally, the bill provides that no reimbursement is required by the state for certain costs mandated by this act.