In January, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 257, “to authorize certain public bodies to meet virtually,” which will take effect April 9, 2025. During the COVID-19 crisis, most public bodies took emergency action to conduct...more
Ohio’s new virtual meeting law revolutionizes public governance, making accessibility, transparency, and efficiency the new standard for certain public bodies statewide. On January 8th, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 257...more
On February 17, 2022, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 51 into law. House Bill 51 includes an uncodified provision authorizing public meetings to be held by teleconference, video conference or other similar electronic...more
The virtual public meeting option available last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic will return with the recent passage of Sub HB 51. The Ohio Open Meetings Act requires public bodies, including Boards of Education,...more
School districts have navigated numerous challenges over the past 16 months as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, including compliance with emergency health orders, legislation, and federal, state and local guidance. As the...more
The Ohio General Assembly is expected to return after the election to work on priority issues through the end of the year, also known as “Lame Duck” session. This is always a time of fast-paced legislative activity....more