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This bill modifies requirements for meetings of independent school district boards of trustees, focusing on transparency and public record-keeping. Specifically, the bill mandates that meeting minutes approved by the board must now reflect each board member's attendance and their individual vote on every board action. Additionally, the board is required to post these minutes on the district's website within seven days of a meeting where a quorum is present and voting, and must also post any resolutions adopted during the meeting within the same timeframe. The bill further requires boards to create a recording of each regular or special meeting, and ensure that these minutes and recordings are publicly accessible in accordance with existing government transparency laws. These changes aim to increase government transparency and provide easier public access to information about school board proceedings. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Education, Government Affairs

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