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: February 5, 2025

Last action: February 7, 2025

To State Government (H)

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This bill would allow a court to cancel or undo official decisions made by a public agency if the agency did not properly follow Kentucky's rules for video teleconferencing, keeping meeting minutes, or setting attendance conditions. It strengthens the public's ability to challenge government actions taken without following open meetings requirements. Who it may affect: Kentucky residents who attend or monitor local and state government meetings, and members of public agencies and boards.

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