New York S01259 allows legislative committees to permit witness testimony via videoconferencing for those unable to testify in person.

New York S01259 amends the legislative law to allow legislative committees to permit witness testimony via videoconferencing. This applies when a witness requests reasonable accommodation and demonstrates an inability to testify in person due to disability, cost of travel, or severe weather. The bill also updates rules for public body meetings, including the availability of meeting records and the broadcasting of open meetings. The changes take effect immediately.

New York S01259 allows legislative committees to permit witness testimony via videoconferencing for those unable to testify in person.

New York S01259 amends the legislative law to allow legislative committees to permit witness testimony via videoconferencing. This applies when a witness requests reasonable accommodation and demonstrates an inability to testify in person due to disability, cost of travel, or severe weather. The bill also updates rules for public body meetings, including the availability of meeting records and the broadcasting of open meetings. The changes take effect immediately.