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MS SB2671
MS SB2671Open Meetings Law; require official meetings to be broadcast via video livestream applications, with exceptions.
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Introduced
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/31/2023
01/31/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 25-41-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Official Meetings Of Certain Public Bodies, With Exceptions, To Be Broadcast Via Video Livestreaming Applications On The Front Page Of The Official Website Of Each Respective Agency, To Require Information To Be Included In All Public Notices, And To Provide That Any Action Taken By Such A Public Body Failing To Comply With Livestreaming Requirements Is Void And Of No Effect; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill requires official meetings of certain public bodies, with exceptions, to be broadcast via video livestreaming applications on the front page of the official website of each respective public body or on a designated government channel. The public notices of such meetings must also be broadcast online and include the agenda of matters to be discussed. Any action taken by a public body that fails to comply with these livestreaming and public notice requirements will be void and of no effect. This bill does not apply to the Legislature, the judiciary, or political subdivisions or municipal corporations of the state.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 01/31/2023)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2023/pdf/history/SB/SB2671.xml | 01/20/2023 |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/SB/2600-2699/SB2671IN.htm | 01/20/2023 |
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