HB 237 -- Sunshine Law

Sponsor:  Smith

This bill increases the maximum civil penalty for violation of
the Sunshine Law from $500 to $25,000, but not to exceed 5% of
the public entity's annual budget.  The bill also changes the
level of intent required from "purposely" violating the statute
to a "knowing" violation.

In addition, the bill clarifies that votes taken by a public
body in a closed meeting regarding legal actions, the acquiring
of real property, or personnel matters must be taken by roll
call vote and the results of the vote be made public.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated November 26, 2001 at 11:43 am