Bill No. 1409 amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, specifically 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, to enhance the notice requirements for public meetings held by various public bodies. The bill mandates that all public bodies must provide written notice of their regularly scheduled meetings by December 15 each year, detailing the date, time, and place for the following calendar year. Additionally, it introduces a requirement for public bodies to maintain an email distribution system for meeting notices, allowing individuals to request inclusion without charge. The bill stipulates that public bodies may require individuals to confirm their participation in the email system annually, and those who do not confirm may be removed from the list.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that public notice of meetings must be displayed at least 24 hours prior to the meeting, either at the public body's principal office or on its website. It also outlines the procedures for notifying the Secretary of State, county clerks, and municipal clerks, as well as the requirements for special meetings and emergency meetings. The effective date for this act is set for November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 25-311
Floor (House): 25-311
Floor (Senate): 25-311
Engrossed: 25-311