Bill H.501, introduced by Representative Boutin, aims to amend the Open Meeting Law by establishing a specific deadline for public bodies to respond to notices of alleged violations. The proposed legislation mandates that public bodies must provide a response within 20 business days or at their next regular meeting, whichever occurs first. This change is intended to enhance accountability and ensure timely communication regarding compliance with Open Meeting Law.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language to clarify the response timeline for public bodies. By setting a clear deadline, the bill seeks to improve transparency and uphold the rights of the public to receive prompt information regarding potential violations of the Open Meeting Law.