Clarifies and temporarily amends the District of Columbia's open meetings policy to enhance public access and participation.

The Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 amends the District of Columbia's open meetings policy to ensure public access and participation. It requires reasonable arrangements for the public to attend or view meetings, with exceptions for meetings between councilmembers and the Mayor if no official action is decided. The act also mandates that public bodies attempt to provide notice of meetings and allows for closed sessions to discuss terrorist threats or other substantial dangers to public health and safety, provided disclosure could endanger the public.

Clarifies and temporarily amends the District of Columbia's open meetings policy to enhance public access and participation.

The Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 amends the District of Columbia's open meetings policy to ensure public access and participation. It requires reasonable arrangements for the public to attend or view meetings, with exceptions for meetings between councilmembers and the Mayor if no official action is decided. The act also mandates that public bodies attempt to provide notice of meetings and allows for closed sessions to discuss terrorist threats or other substantial dangers to public health and safety, provided disclosure could endanger the public.