A Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that the South Hanover Township Board of Supervisors did not violate the Sunshine Act when it appointed an individual to fill a vacancy where board members have informed discussions about who to approve. The court’s opinion offers guidance to public school boards that may find themselves dealing with similar issues. For example, the court held that … [Read more...] about South Hanover’s Appointment of Board Member Did Not Violate Sunshine Act
Sunshine Act
Act 65 of 2021 Amends the Sunshine Act
Some of you may have received updates from your State Representatives about Act 65, which was approved by Governor Wolf on June 30, 2021 and amends the Sunshine Act for public agencies. Below is a summary of the changes. Act 65 of 2021 will amend the Sunshine Act, 65 Pa. C.S. §§701-716, to require the following: 1. All public agencies currently covered under the Sunshine Act must … [Read more...] about Act 65 of 2021 Amends the Sunshine Act
