HB 1442 – Government meeting transparency

HB 1442 boosts transparency by requiring state agencies to publicly broadcast their meetings online. Larger executive agencies—those with over $10 million in state funds and 100+ employees—must livestream meetings and post video/audio recordings on their websites for at least two years. Other executive and all legislative agencies must also share recordings within seven days, either on their site or social media. These steps allow taxpayers and watchdogs to hold agencies more accountable without needing to physically attend meetings. No new regulatory authority is created. It helps to ensure state funds are being used transparently. This is common sense, pro-taxpayer reform bill that empowers citizens without growing bureaucracy or spending.