Town Hall Meeting
A town hall meeting is a public gathering where an elected official, candidate, or public representative hears questions and comments from community members. The format and purpose vary, and a town hall may be informational, consultative, or campaign-related.
A town hall meeting is a public gathering where an elected official, candidate, or public representative hears questions and comments from community members. The format and purpose vary, and a town hall may be informational, consultative, or campaign-related.
Example: A member of Congress may hold a town hall in their district to hear constituents’ concerns about federal policy or services.
Common misconception: Every town hall is a legally required decision-making proceeding. Most are public-engagement events rather than formal legislative sessions or binding votes.
Sources: https://www.house.gov/representatives; https://www.senate.gov/senators/