H 3321
An Act modernizing microphotographic recording of documents
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Bill overview
This bill aims to update the way documents are recorded using microphotography, a method of creating photographic copies of documents. It seeks to modernize the existing system to ensure documents are accurately and reliably preserved. The bill addresses potential challenges and inconsistencies in current microphotographic recording practices. It’s intended to improve the long-term accessibility and integrity of important records.
Key provisions
- Updates standards for microphotographic recording of documents.
- Addresses potential issues with current recording methods.
- Ensures long-term preservation of records.
- Promotes accuracy and reliability in document recording.
Who is affected
- State agencies and departments
- Records management professionals
- Legal professionals
- The public (through access to records)
Notable changes
- Modernizes existing microphotographic practices.
- Potentially establishes new guidelines for document preservation.
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Primary sponsor
Daniel M. Donahue
Cosponsor
Daniel M. Donahue
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Bill H.3321 194th (Current)
An Act modernizing microphotographic recording of documents
By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3321) of Daniel M. Donahue relative to microphotographic recording of documents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Daniel M. Donahue Status: Referred to House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill H.3321
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-1 and virtual |
| 12/11/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Rules suspended |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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