TN HB0152

County and municipal legislative bodies may allow members to participate in meetings electronically via videoconferencing after adoption by two-thirds majority vote, but only for family/medical emergencies, military service, or inclement weather

A quorum must be physically present at the meeting location, with no more than 20% of total membership (maximum 3 members) participating electronically, and each member limited to 2 electronic participations per year

Remote participants must be visually identifiable by the chair, and meetings must provide real-time live audio or video public access with recordings available within 2 business days

Legislative bodies must develop policies for electronic participation and include information about public access in meeting notices

Electronic participation provisions expire on July 1, 2028