HB131 Summary

• Amends Section 36-25A-2 of the Alabama Code to redefine "meeting" under the Open Meetings Act by adding a new exclusion for gatherings of two members of a governmental body.

• Specifies that two members of a governmental body, including two members of a three-member body, may gather in person or by electronic communication to discuss a specific matter without triggering Open Meetings Act requirements, provided no final decision is reached.

• Maintains that Open Meetings Act requirements still apply when a quorum gathers or when final decisions are made on matters expected to come before the governmental body.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.