The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13D.065, to authorize public bodies to use social media for live broadcasting meetings, while ensuring compliance with Open Meeting Law. It introduces new provisions that clarify the use of social media by members of a public body, stating that such use is permissible as long as it involves exchanges with the general public and does not include email. Additionally, the bill establishes guidelines for broadcasting meetings via social media, including the option to allow public comments during the broadcast, which must be managed according to established rules of order.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that public bodies must include specific information in their meeting notices regarding the use of social media for broadcasting, including access details and procedures for submitting public comments. It also clarifies that comments made during the broadcast are not considered government records unless specified in the meeting notice. Importantly, the bill stipulates that social media cannot be used to conduct meetings if the technology does not meet the interactive requirements outlined in the existing law. The new provisions will take effect the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13D.065