An Act granting Uxbridge the ability to post public meeting notices
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the town of Uxbridge and its various boards, committees, and schools to post public meeting notices online instead of solely in newspapers. It permits them to use a town website, local news websites, or a statewide repository to fulfill legal notice requirements. The bill does not change the deadlines for publishing notices.
Key provisions
- Uxbridge can post public meeting notices on its town website.
- Uxbridge can use local news websites to post public meeting notices.
- Uxbridge can use a statewide website to post public meeting notices.
- The town can also publish notices in a print newspaper or newspaper's website.
- The bill does not alter the timing requirements for legal notices.
- This act takes effect upon passage.
Who is affected
- Uxbridge town government
- Uxbridge Public Schools
- Local committees and boards
- Residents of Uxbridge
Notable changes
- Allows for alternative methods of publishing legal notices beyond traditional newspapers.
- Specifies acceptable online platforms for posting notices.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
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