By the people act.
HB 49, the "By the People Act," requires state agencies in Wyoming to provide live remote audio or video access to public meetings where practicable. It mandates that agencies make meeting recordings and minutes available online for at least five years, sets clear rules for public comment periods (including timed or reasonable time limits), and prohibits restrictions on public broadcasting of meetings unless disruption is reasonably expected. This bill directly affects all state agencies holding public meetings by standardizing digital access and documentation. It takes effect July 1, 2024, with no current legislative action beyond initial introduction.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Feb 17, 2024
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1 primary · 12 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sarah Penn
RRepublican
Co
Dan Laursen
RRepublican
Co
Daniel Singh
RRepublican
Co
Jeanette Ward
RRepublican
Co
John Bear
RRepublican
Co
Ken Pendergraft
RRepublican
Co
Lynn Hutchings
RRepublican
Co
Mark Jennings
RRepublican
Co
Pepper Ottman
RRepublican
Co
Scott Heiner
RRepublican
Co
Scott Smith
RRepublican
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