The bill amends existing laws regarding public meetings in Wyoming to enhance transparency and public participation. It mandates that public meetings provide live audio or video access to the extent practicable and allows for remote participation by the public. Additionally, it establishes that if an agency offers a timed public comment period, it cannot close that period until the allotted time has elapsed. Agencies are also required to compile and make available minutes from public meetings on their websites or at accessible locations.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that meetings with live audio or video access must be recorded, and these recordings should be made available to the public. It prohibits agencies from restricting the broadcasting or recording of public meetings unless it is determined that such actions would disrupt the meeting. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 16-4-403