HB0026

REMOTE MEETINGS-SEVERE WEATHER

Introduced·1/9/25
Introduced Text

Allows public bodies to conduct meetings via audio or video conference during severe weather alerts or disasters.

This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to conduct meetings via audio or video conference during severe weather alerts or disasters. It specifies that such meetings must still meet certain conditions, such as providing 48 hours' notice and ensuring public access to the meeting. The bill also outlines exceptions for certain public bodies and meetings.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

4:00 PM

Executive Committee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

10:00 AM

Executive Committee Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Feb 4, 2025

House

Assigned to Executive Committee

Jan 9, 2025

House

First Reading