New York Open Meetings Law

The New York Open Meetings Law is a law that requires meetings of public bodies, like government agencies and boards, to be conducted openly, allowing the public to attend and observe. This law promotes transparency and accountability by ensuring that decisions made by these bodies are visible to the public. It mandates that notice of meetings be provided in advance and outlines specific circumstances under which meetings can be closed to the public. Overall, the law aims to foster public participation and trust in government processes.