MN HF820

Defines "interactive technology" as devices or software allowing individuals in different physical locations to see and hear one another for purposes of Open Meeting Law.

Requires votes of public body members on actions taken in open meetings be recorded in a journal or minutes, with individual votes recorded on each appropriation of money.

Allows state entities and other public bodies to conduct meetings by interactive technology if all members can hear one another, public can hear discussion and votes, at least one member is physically present at regular location, and all votes are by roll call.

Permits public body members to participate from private locations not open to the public up to three times per calendar year for military duty or health reasons, or unlimited times when a state of emergency is declared under chapter 12.

Requires public bodies using interactive technology to provide notice of regular meeting location and that members may participate electronically, posted on website at least ten days before regular meetings.