Are there any procedures LFC might use to protect confidential information it requests from an agency?
As discussed below, based on the information available to us at this time and applicable law, we conclude that (1) LFC’s information requests to agencies are not subject to the requirements and procedures that apply to requests to inspect public records under IPRA; and (2) no mechanism or process exists that generally allows LFC to protect confidential information provided by state agencies. As in any case involving the non-disclosure of information maintained by a public body, LFC’s authority to protect that information will depend on the particular characteristics of the requested information and the law that allows the providing agency to keep the information confidential.
