A public records request (PRR) includes, but is not limited to, written documents and electronic files containing information relating to the conduct or administration of the public’s business prepared, owned, used or retained by ISDA. Under the Idaho Public Records Law, Idaho Code §§ 74-101 through 74-120, the public can request in writing to examine or copy these types of public records.
There is a presumption that all records maintained by public agencies are open to the public for inspection and copying at all reasonable times unless the information due to its confidential nature is specifically exempted from disclosure by law. These exemptions to public record disclosure are described in the Idaho Public Records Law Manual.
Submitting a Public Records Request
The simplest and quickest way to submit PRRs is online. Be specific about the document(s) you are requesting. Include only one public records request per form submission.
Once you submit the request, the screen will display verification that your request has been sent and email you a copy of your request.
Fee Schedule
Idaho Code Section 74-102(10)(c), authorizes ISDA to establish a fee schedule to recover actual costs associated with locating and copying documents in responding to a public records request (PRR if:
- The request is for more than one hundred (100) pages of paper records; or
- The request includes records from which non-public information must be deleted; or
- The actual labor associated with responding to the request for public records exceeds two (2) person-hours.
The ISDA fee schedule will not exceed reasonable labor costs necessarily incurred responding to a PRR. Fees, if charged, shall reflect the personnel and quantity of time that are reasonably necessary to process the request. Fees for labor costs shall be charged at the per pay rate of the lowest-paid employee who is necessary and qualified to process the request. If a request requires redactions to be made by an attorney, the rate charged shall be no more than the per hour rate of the lowest-paid attorney on staff. Idaho Code §74-102(10)(e).
| Description of Work Performed | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copying less than 100 pages, 8½" x 11" paper size | No charge |
| Copying other than 8½" x 11" paper size (maps, blueprints, other materials) | Actual copying cost and labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, if applicable |
| Copying 100 or more pages in color, 8½" x 11" paper size | $.50 per page and labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, if applicable |
| Transfer of documentation in the form of computer tapes, discs, microfilm, or similar record media | Actual copying cost and labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, if applicable |
| Copying 100 or more pages, 8½" x 11" paper size | $.10 per page for pages in excess of 100 and labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, if applicable |
| Redacting nonpublic information from records | Labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, if applicable |
| Labor exceeding two(2) person hours to locate and copy documents | Labor rate to be determined at time request is submitted, charge only for time in excess of two hours |
ISDA Public Records Policy
ISDA processes public records requests in accordance with the Idaho Public Records Act. This document outlines ISDA procedures for public records requests.
This manual, published by the Attorney General, explains how all records by state and local entities are to be available to for public access and copying.
Fee Waiver Request Form
If the requester is asking for a fee waiver, the fee waiver request should be completed and submitted with the request.
Contact Us
Stevie Harris, ISDA Public Records Coordinator
Stevie.Harris@isda.idaho.gov
Phone: (208)332-8501