A bill to allow local advisory boards to keep COVID remote meeting rules has failed in the Legislature. The debate centered over making it easier for board members to participate or giving Californians the chance to address public officials face to face. Supporters included Disability Rights California and groups representing local governments.
to meet remotely could make it easier for more California ns to take part, including those with disabilities or in jobs that make it hard to attend in-person meetings.
Durazo said Pacheco had declined amendments that would balance transparency with accessibility by requiring board members who get paid to attend in person, and that a certain number of members meet in person. The bill’s supporters, which included Disability Rights California and groups representing local governments, said the state has a responsibility to allow more people to take part on boards and commissions.
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