A 4558
Requires local units of government to provide access to "user-friendly" budget information through link included on home page Internet site.
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Bill overview
This bill requires New Jersey local governments – including counties, municipalities, and school districts – to provide access to their budget information in a "user-friendly" format through a link on their home page internet site. It mandates that this information be presented in plain language and be easily accessible to the public. The bill also updates existing laws to ensure budget summaries are readily understandable and available for review. Finally, it requires local units to provide budget summaries for the previous three budget years.
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Carol Murphy
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