This bill amends Section 74-204 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the Open Meetings Law, by introducing new provisions regarding the handling of multiple agenda items during meetings. Specifically, it allows for multiple agenda items to be grouped together and voted on as a single action item, referred to as a consent agenda. However, this grouping is restricted to items that are not ordinances, fee resolutions, or those requiring more than a simple majority vote. If any member of the governing body requests the removal of an item from the consent agenda, it must be taken out for separate discussion and voting before the consent agenda vote occurs.

Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for amending agendas both before and during meetings, specifying the time frames for when amendments can be made and how they should be posted. It emphasizes that final action cannot be taken on items added after the start of a meeting unless an emergency is declared, with the justification for such action documented in the meeting minutes. The bill declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, for these changes to take effect.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 74-204