Bill > S02392

This bill amends the public officers law to allow members of a public body who have a disability (as defined in the executive law) that prevents them from physically attending a meeting to be counted toward the quorum requirement when participating remotely via videoconferencing. The legislation ensures that individuals with disabilities who cannot be physically present at a meeting location can still be considered present and contribute to meeting quorum requirements, provided they meet certain existing criteria for remote participation. By making this change, the bill aims to increase accessibility for public officials with disabilities, enabling them to fully participate in governmental meetings and decision-making processes without being penalized for their inability to be physically present. The bill will take effect immediately and will be subject to existing provisions regarding videoconference meeting regulations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2392