North Carolina H579 allocates funds for equipment to enable public internet access to committee meetings and chamber proceedings.

North Carolina H579, the NC House Public Access Act of 2025, appropriates $91,000 for equipment to allow real-time and time-shifted remote viewing of committee meetings and chamber proceedings. It also allocates $4,000 annually for maintenance. The presiding chair may opt not to record a meeting if they provide prior notice and ensure audio recording. The act aims to enhance civic engagement and transparency by increasing public access to legislative proceedings.

North Carolina H579 allocates funds for equipment to enable public internet access to committee meetings and chamber proceedings.

North Carolina H579, the NC House Public Access Act of 2025, appropriates $91,000 for equipment to allow real-time and time-shifted remote viewing of committee meetings and chamber proceedings. It also allocates $4,000 annually for maintenance. The presiding chair may opt not to record a meeting if they provide prior notice and ensure audio recording. The act aims to enhance civic engagement and transparency by increasing public access to legislative proceedings.