Allows certain individuals, including those on active duty or fulfilling reserve obligations, to participate remotely in certain governmental meetings.*

S 2001 allows military members on active duty (including National Guard and Reserve on specific orders) to participate remotely in meetings of local and state government bodies. It directly affects municipal governing members, county commissioners, school board members, and state board members serving in the military. The bill requires that remote participants count toward quorum for meetings and directs state departments to develop guidelines for remote participation. It defines "active duty" to include National Guard/Reserve members on orders under federal law (10 U.S.C. chapters 1209 or 1211). The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.