Introduced by Rep. Lana Theis R-Brighton on February 9, 2017
To restrict members of an elected public body casting a vote without being physically present. This would be allowed in one meeting per year per member, if the individual is absent for what other members deem to be good cause. It would also be allowed if a delay on a personnel or infrastructure issue could raise costs or liability. Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Oversight Committee on February 9, 2017
Reported in the House on April 27, 2017
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Amendment offered by Rep. Gary Howell R-North Branch on May 30, 2017
To clarify that the proposed provisions for elected bodies apply also to individuals appointed to those bodies.
The amendment passed by voice vote in the House on May 30, 2017
Amendment offered by Rep. Sue Allor R-Wolverine on May 30, 2017
To allow a public body consisting of elected members to adopt a resolution requiring their physical presence to vote, with none of the exceptions proposed by the bill.
The amendment passed by voice vote in the House on May 30, 2017