The Open Meeting Law

Do you have a question about the Open Meeting Law (OML)? Or want to report a violation? The Division of Open Government has resources available to you.

The democratic process depends on the public having knowledge about the considerations underlying governmental action. The Open Meeting Law therefore requires that most meetings of public bodies be held in public. If you have questions about the Open Meeting Law, you may contact the Division of Open Government at (617) 963-2540 or openmeeting@state.ma.us.

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What you need to know

New Open Meeting Law Regulations, Effective October 6, 2017 
Text of the Open Meeting Law 
Open Meeting Law educational materials and newsletter 
Frequently asked questions about the Open Meeting Law 

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