SB0129

Civil rights: open meetings; remote meeting participation of certain public body members with disabilities; provide for. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).

Chamber Passed·4/17/25

Allows remote participation in public body meetings for members with disabilities.

The bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow members of public bodies with disabilities to participate remotely in electronic meetings. It specifies that remote participation is permitted only if the member is physically present in the state throughout the meeting. The bill also mandates that public bodies provide clear notice of electronic meetings, including how the public and members with disabilities can participate. It sets effective dates for different provisions, including accommodations for members absent due to military duty or medical conditions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 20–16 · Apr 17, 2025
Current
Government Operations Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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16 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 18, 2025

9:00 AM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

History

Apr 17, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 48 Yeas 20 Nays 16 Excused 1 Not Voting 0

Apr 17, 2025

House

Received On 04/17/2025

Apr 17, 2025

House

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