SB 195

Now designates personally identifiable student disciplinary records that are in the custody of a public institution of higher education as confidential non-public records under GS 116-43.17, even if a release of those records would be permitted under the federal Family Rights and Privacy Act. Clarifies that the act does not limit the release of public records that do not contain personally identifiable information. Makes technical and conforming changes, including to statute's title. Defines personally identifiable information, personally identifiable student disciplinary records, and public institution of higher education. Makes conforming changes to GS 115D-78 and GS 132-1.2 to account for new exception. Applies to requests for personally identifiable student disciplinary records submitted on or after the act becomes law.