Bill > S00647

This bill expands the use of videoconferencing for purely advisory committees and subcommittees under public bodies. Specifically, the legislation allows members of advisory committees and subcommittees to attend meetings remotely via videoconference and be counted toward meeting quorum requirements. However, the bill mandates that there must still be at least one physical location where the public can attend, listen, and observe the meeting, and this location must meet all existing physical access requirements outlined in the public officers law. This change provides more flexibility for advisory bodies by enabling virtual participation while maintaining transparency through a required in-person access point. The amendment is part of the public officers law and will take effect immediately, with the provision that it will be considered repealed when the underlying section of law is repealed.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S647