Civil rights: open meetings; grounds for going into closed session when a public body consults with its attorney; modify. Amends sec. 8 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.268).
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
This bill modifies the Open Meetings Act to clarify the circumstances under which a public body can hold a closed session. Specifically, it expands the grounds for closed sessions to include consulting with an attorney regarding litigation strategy, considering student disciplinary matters, and reviewing employment applications. It also outlines specific requirements for search committees selecting a college president and clarifies the use of closed sessions for veteran services committees.
Key provisions
- Allows public bodies to meet in closed session to consult with their attorneys regarding pending litigation or settlement strategy.
- Permits closed sessions for considering student disciplinary actions if requested by the student.
- Expands the grounds for closed sessions to include reviewing employment applications with the candidate's consent.
- Outlines specific requirements for college president search committees to ensure diversity and transparency.
- Clarifies the use of closed sessions by school boards for security planning.
- Allows county veteran services committees to conduct interviews in closed session if requested by the veteran.
- Provides a basis for closed sessions to consider settlement demands or lawsuits.
- Specifies that the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission cannot meet in closed session.
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- Public bodies (state, local, and educational)
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