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This bill amends the Right-to-Know law to create a specific exception for individuals with disabilities regarding meeting attendance and quorum requirements. Under the proposed change, public body members who cannot physically attend a meeting due to their own Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-eligible disability or the disability of a household member they care for will be considered as attending "in person" for the purpose of establishing a quorum. Currently, meeting participation through remote means is only allowed when physical attendance is not "reasonably practical," and such reasons must be stated in the meeting minutes. The new provision specifically addresses disability-related barriers to physical attendance, ensuring that individuals with disabilities or those caring for disabled household members are not disadvantaged in their ability to participate in public meetings. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a clear timeline for implementation of this new accommodation.

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