AN ACT relating to open meetings.

Amend KRS 61.848 to establish that any formal action of a public agency is voidable by a court if there was not substantial compliance with statutes regarding video teleconferencing of meetings, recording of minutes, and conditions for attendance.

Introduced: January 7, 2026

Last action: January 14, 2026

To Local Government (H)

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This bill would change the rules around how public agencies conduct meetings, specifically those held by video teleconference. If a public agency fails to substantially follow the legal requirements for video meetings, recording minutes, or attendance conditions, a court could void any official decisions made during that meeting. Who it may affect: residents who participate in or are affected by decisions made at local government and public agency meetings.

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