Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution extends the District of Columbia's authority for public bodies (like city agencies and Council committees) to hold virtual or remote meetings while still complying with the Open Meetings Act. It maintains the rule that meetings are considered "open to the public" if they provide reasonable access via video or audio during the meeting, or as soon as feasible afterward if technology prevents real-time access. The extension prevents a legal gap after the current temporary law (D.C. Law 25-194) expires on March 1, 2025. It directly affects all District public bodies and residents who access meetings remotely, including seniors, individuals with mobility challenges, and caregivers who rely on virtual participation. The resolution takes effect immediately and does not change the underlying open meetings law.