This bill amends R.S. 42:19(A)(2)(b) and enacts R.S. 42:19(A)(2)(c) and R.S. 49:1305.1, focusing on the notification requirements for public meetings held by public bodies in Louisiana. The amendments require public bodies to provide written notice of meetings to any member of the public or news media who requests it, ensuring that such notice is given simultaneously and in the same manner as it is provided to the public body members. Additionally, public bodies are mandated to submit meeting notices to the commissioner of administration, who will oversee the posting of these notices on a designated website.

The newly enacted R.S. 49:1305.1 outlines specific duties for the commissioner of administration regarding the management of meeting notices. It stipulates that public bodies must submit their meeting notices in an electronic format that allows sufficient time for the commissioner to post them online before the public notice deadline. The commissioner is also tasked with ensuring that all notices are easily searchable on the website and providing a system for the public to receive electronic notifications of upcoming meetings. This bill aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of public meeting information for Louisiana residents.

Statutes affected:
HB446 Original: 42:19(A)(2)
HB446 Engrossed: 42:19(A)(2)
HB446 Reengrossed: 42:19(A)(2)
HB446 Re-Reengrossed: 42:19(A)(2)
HB446 Enrolled: 42:19(A)(2)
HB446 Act 617: 42:19(A)(2)