The bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies in Michigan to hold electronic meetings under specific circumstances. It outlines the conditions under which these meetings can occur, including provisions for accommodating absent members due to military duty or medical conditions. The bill specifies that electronic meetings must facilitate two-way communication, ensuring that both members of the public body and the public can participate effectively. Additionally, it mandates that public bodies provide advance notice of electronic meetings on their websites, detailing how the public can participate and access the meeting.

Key provisions include the allowance for agricultural commodity groups and municipal public employee retirement systems to hold electronic meetings under various circumstances starting from specific dates in 2024. The bill also emphasizes that public bodies cannot require registration or personal information as a condition for participation in electronic meetings, except for necessary mechanisms to facilitate public comment. Furthermore, it clarifies that members absent due to military duty or medical conditions may participate remotely, while other members must be physically present.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 15.263
As Passed by the House: 15.263
As Passed by the Senate: 15.263
House Concurred Bill: 15.263
Public Act: 15.263
House Enrolled Bill: 15.263