An Act relative to microfilm
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the preservation and accessibility of documents held by Massachusetts registries of deeds by encouraging the use of microfilm. It aims to improve the long-term storage and retrieval of these records, ensuring they remain available for future research and legal purposes. The legislation seeks to standardize practices related to documenting and managing these records through microfilm technology. Ultimately, the bill intends to modernize the system for handling important legal documents.
Key provisions
- Encourages the use of microfilm for recording documents at registries of deeds.
- Focuses on methods of recording documents.
- Addresses practices related to documenting and managing records.
- Aims to improve long-term preservation of records.
- Seeks to ensure continued accessibility of records.
Who is affected
- Registries of Deeds in Massachusetts
- Researchers and legal professionals
- The public accessing records
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
Cosponsors
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
Jacob R. Oliveira
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