The Open Meetings Clarification Amendment Act of 2026 amends the Open Meetings Act to enhance the definition of a "meeting" and clarify the conditions under which public bodies can convene. The bill specifies that a meeting includes any gathering of a quorum of a public body where public business is discussed, regardless of the format (in-person, telephone, or electronic). It also introduces exemptions for meetings between the Council and the Mayor, provided no official action is taken, and allows public bodies to be briefed on potential terrorist or public health threats without taking official action.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that a meeting is considered open to the public if reasonable steps are taken to allow public access, either during the meeting or shortly thereafter if immediate access is not feasible. Several amendments are made to existing sections of the law, including changes to the notice requirements for Council gatherings and the definition of reasonable accommodations for public attendance. The act will take effect following the Mayor's approval and a 30-day congressional review period.