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Senate passes bill redefining 'public meeting' despite opposition citing transparency concerns
Summary
Senate Bill 3/76, which narrows the definition of public meetings and bars certain disclosures after two-member outside conversations, passed after extended debate over transparency and clarity.
The Arkansas Senate passed Senate Bill 3/76 on March 20, 2025, a bill that revises definitions under the state's Freedom of Information Act and restricts what two members of a governing body may disclose about another member's position after a private conversation.
Sponsor Senator Clark said the measure seeks a clearer statutory definition and includes an amendment from the Association of Counties. "Public meetings means the meetings of more than 2 members of any bureau…
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