SB2259

"The Peoples Access Act"; require official meetings to be broadcast via video livestream applications, with exceptions.

Failed·3/3/26

The Peoples Access Act requires public bodies to livestream official meetings, with exceptions.

The Peoples Access Act mandates that official meetings of public bodies be broadcast via video livestreaming applications on the front page of each respective agency's official website, with exceptions for the Legislature, judiciary, and executive sessions. Public notices must include the online link and agenda details. Failure to comply with livestreaming requirements renders any action taken void. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.

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Roll Call Votes

Senate Passed As Amended

51 Yea

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1 Nay

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History

Mar 3

House

Died In Committee

Feb 16

House

Referred To Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency

Feb 13

Senate

Transmitted To House