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HB 4808

Civil rights: open meetings; the children trust Michigan state board; allow to meet remotely under the open meetings act. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4807'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Bierlein and 7 co-sponsors

Summary of Michigan House Bill 4808 Bill OverviewHouse Bill 4808 proposes to amend the Open Meetings Act to allow the Children's Trust Fund Michigan State Board to meet remotely un

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Bill Summary · HB 4808

Summary of Michigan House Bill 4808

Bill Overview

House Bill 4808 proposes to amend the Open Meetings Act to allow the Children's Trust Fund Michigan State Board to meet remotely under certain circumstances. This bill is tied to House Bill 4807, which relates to the children's trust fund.

Key Provisions

  • Allows the Children's Trust Fund Michigan State Board to meet and conduct business remotely, such as through video conferences or teleconferences, if a quorum of members is participating.
  • Requires the board to ensure public access and participation in remote meetings, such as providing a dial-in number or livestream.
  • Specifies that members participating remotely are considered "present" and able to vote on matters before the board.
  • Permits remote meetings when a state of emergency or disaster has been declared, or under other extenuating circumstances approved by a majority of board members.

Affected Entities

  • The Children's Trust Fund Michigan State Board, which is responsible for overseeing the Children's Trust Fund and associated programs to prevent child abuse and neglect.
  • Members of the public who may want to observe or participate in the board's meetings.

Procedural Details

  • The bill was introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives on March 13, 2025 and has been referred to a second reading.
  • It is tied to HB 4807, which means the two bills are intended to be considered together.
  • If passed, the changes to the Open Meetings Act would take immediate effect.

Overall, HB 4808 is aimed at providing the Children's Trust Fund Michigan State Board with more flexibility to hold meetings remotely when necessary, while still ensuring public access and participation. This could help the board continue its work and fulfill its responsibilities, especially during times of emergency or other extenuating circumstances.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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