Open Meetings - As enacted, authorizes local governmental bodies to conduct certain community meetings via electronic means of communication. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 8, Chapter 44.
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 895
Summary
The bill lets local governing bodies in Tennessee conduct community meetings using video or audio conferencing, letting the public watch, listen, and participate online. It requires advance notice of electronic participation, provides access information, and mandates that meetings be recorded and posted online. Officials joining electronically may not vote on agenda items.
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