Bill No. 2209 amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to allow members of a public body to participate in meetings from their private residences under specific conditions. Members can join via videoconference or teleconference without disclosing their home addresses, provided they identify their location as "private residence" on the meeting notice and agenda, use technology that allows public visibility and audibility, and ensure that their participation does not hinder public access to the meeting. The bill clarifies that this provision does not apply if a meeting is held primarily at a member's private residence or if multiple members are present at such a location, in which case full disclosure of the meeting location is required.

Additionally, the bill defines "private residence" and emphasizes the need for public bodies to comply with all other transparency and accessibility requirements of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. The legislative intent is to balance open governance with the privacy and security of individuals participating from their homes. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.