2023 House Bill 4892

Civil rights: open meetings; procedures for electronic meetings of public bodies; modify.

A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54.

AI Analysis – Experimental

This bill sets conditions for electronic meetings, allowing members absent due to military duty or medical conditions to participate remotely, while others must be physically present unless the meeting falls under specific subsections allowing full electronic participation. It mandates two-way communication for participation and public comment, without requiring a physical location for these meetings.

Introduced in the House

July 18, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Joey Andrews (D-38) and 10 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Pat Outman (R-91), Kelly Breen (D-21), Rachel Hood (D-81), Sharon MacDonell (D-56), Gregory Alexander (R-98), Natalie Price (D-5), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Penelope Tsernoglou (D-75), Nate Shannon (D-58) and Denise Mentzer (D-61)

Referred to the Committee on Ethics and Oversight