This bill amends the right-to-know law to classify collective bargaining negotiations with a public body as public meetings. Specifically, it modifies RSA 91-A:2, I(a) by deleting the phrase "or negotiations" and inserting the language "where only one negotiating party is present." This change ensures that discussions and arguments made during these negotiations are accessible to the public, thereby enhancing transparency in the collective bargaining process.

The bill mandates that all information generated during these public meetings must be made available to the public, reinforcing the principle of open government. It is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, promoting accountability and public oversight in the dealings between public bodies and their negotiating parties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 91-A:2