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MS SB2294
MS SB2294Open Meetings Law for public bodies; require official meetings to be broadcast via video livestream applications, with exceptions.
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Introduced
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
In Committee
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Introduced Session
2024 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 in Mississippi, with some 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. It also requires public notices of such meetings to include the agenda and an online link to the livestream. Any action taken by a public body that fails to comply with these livestreaming and public notice requirements is void and of no effect. The bill does not apply to the state legislature, judiciary, or their component units.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 03/05/2024)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2024/pdf/history/SB/SB2294.xml | 02/07/2024 |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2024/html/SB/2200-2299/SB2294IN.htm | 02/07/2024 |
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