SB1556

Establishes a trusted public representatives program within the Office of Information Practices to monitor closed meetings.

The bill establishes a trusted public representatives program within the Office of Information Practices. This program will train and authorize volunteers to attend and monitor closed board meetings to ensure compliance with the State's sunshine law. Trusted public representatives will observe meetings closed to the public, submit confidential reports to the Office of Information Practices, and ensure discussions are held in accordance with the law. The program will cover various state departments and agencies, including health, human services, education, and commerce, among others.