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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 9408· 119th Congress

Open Meetings Act of 2026

Sponsor
Henry Johnson (D-GA)
Introduced
Jun 23, 2026
Last Action
Jun 23, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
Jun 23, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed analysis pending: official Congressional Research Service summary not yet published.
  • Title suggests the bill addresses transparency requirements for government meetings.
  • Specific provisions, affected agencies, and requirements unknown at this stage.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • If passed, likely increases public access to congressional or federal agency meetings.
  • Could affect which meetings must be public, how notice is given, and who can attend.
  • Scope and impact unclear until bill text details are available.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced June 23 and referred to House Judiciary Committee — early stage, awaiting committee review.
  • Read the full text on Congress.gov when available for specific requirements.
  • Contact your House representative to ask their position if transparency is important to you.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jun 23, 2026Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Jun 23, 2026Introduced in House
  • Jun 23, 2026Introduced in House