A watchdog organization has sued the Georgia State Election Board, alleging that a meeting held on July 12 was illegal and violated the Open Meetings Act. The lawsuit, filed by American Oversight, claims that the meeting was called with little notice to the public and that two board members were absent. According to court documents, the board had not officially closed a meeting that had taken place on July 9, and failure to hold the July 12 meeting would have invalidated their work.
Board member Janelle King defended the meeting, stating that they were simply trying to conclude their previous session. However, the lawsuit alleges that the Attorney General’s office had warned the board that the meeting likely violated the Open Meetings Act. The lawsuit accuses the board members of attempting to push through controversial proposals without following the proper procedures for notice and debate required by the Act.
The lawsuit seeks to have the July 12 meeting declared invalid and prevent the board from enacting any decisions made during that meeting. As the legal battle unfolds, it raises questions about transparency and accountability in the state’s election processes. The outcome of the lawsuit could have significant implications for future meetings and decision-making by the Georgia State Election Board.
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