SB 0271
Civil rights: open meetings; provisions of open meetings act relating to virtual attendance and participation of members of public bodies at public meetings; revise. Amends secs. 3 & 7 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263 & 15.267); adds sec. 3b & repeals sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
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Bill overview
This bill revises the Michigan Open Meetings Act to accommodate virtual attendance and participation for public bodies’ members and the public. It adds a new section (3b) outlining procedures for remote meetings, particularly for Class A, B, and C public bodies. Specifically, it details how absent members can participate, how the public is notified, and establishes rules for remote participation, including requirements for two-way communication and accessibility. The bill also repeals a previous section related to limitations on remote attendance.
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Edward W. McBroom
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