District of ColumbiaB26-0087Council Period 26 (2025-2026)House

Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Phil Mendelson (Democratic)

Became Law

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

DC emergency law lasts 90 days

The law takes effect after the Mayor approves it, or after the Council overrides a veto. It is an emergency measure and stays in effect for no longer than 90 days.

Public can watch DC meetings live

Public bodies in D.C. must let the public watch or listen while meetings happen. If live access is not technologically possible, they must allow viewing or listening as soon as reasonably practicable. This clarifies that in-person attendance is not the only way to access meetings.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Phil Mendelson
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 12 • No: 0

House vote • 2/4/2025

Final Reading