1Albany, NY – A new measure introduced in the New York State Assembly would compel public bodies to post video recordings of their open meetings online within five business days.

Assemblymember Amy Paulin’s bill seeks to strengthen transparency by ensuring meetings are not only streamed live but also archived and accessible to the public for at least five years.

The proposal, Assembly Bill A578, would amend the state’s Public Officers Law to establish firm posting deadlines and retention requirements for government meeting videos.

Transparency rules tightened for open meetings

Under current law, public bodies are encouraged to make open meetings available online but are only required to post recordings within a “reasonable time.” Paulin’s bill defines that window more clearly, mandati

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