House Bill No. [insert number] aims to enhance transparency in the operations of the Board of Ethics and the Supervisory Committee on Campaign Finance Disclosure by mandating the live broadcast and recording of their public meetings. The newly enacted R.S. 42:1136 requires that all proceedings be broadcast live and recorded, with the recordings made available in an online archive for at least two years. The bill also outlines exceptions to this requirement, such as for executive sessions and private hearings, and specifies that technological failures beyond the Board's control do not constitute a violation of the broadcasting requirement.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Board of Ethics establish standards for the use of equipment to maintain decorum during meetings. It stipulates that the Board must utilize state-owned or leased meeting spaces equipped for broadcasting and requires cooperation from various state entities to ensure compliance with these provisions. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.