Bill > HB78

This bill amends Delaware's laws relating to public meeting recordings and transparency, specifically requiring public bodies to digitally record their meetings and make those recordings publicly accessible. Under the new provisions, public bodies in the executive branch, state educational institutions, school districts, and charter schools must create digital recordings of their public meetings within 7 business days after a meeting concludes and post these recordings on their respective websites, where they must remain available for at least one year. The recordings can be audio-only and are intended to enhance public communication, though they are not considered official minutes. Importantly, executive session portions may be withheld from the public recordings, and a technological failure that prevents or limits recording will not invalidate the meeting or any actions taken during it. The bill also clarifies that these recording requirements do not apply to workshops, retreats, or meetings where no voting occurs. These changes are part of Delaware's ongoing efforts to increase government transparency and provide citizens with easier access to information about public meetings under the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=141953