An Act allowing 'print free' digital legal notices for the town of Wayland
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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 would allow the town of Wayland, Massachusetts, to send legal notices digitally instead of through traditional print publications. The bill seeks to reduce costs associated with printing and distributing legal notices to residents. It’s based on a local petition from Wayland residents who voted in favor of this change. This would shift the method of delivering important legal information to residents.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Wayland to send legal notices digitally.
- Permits the town to use existing digital communication channels for these notices.
- Reduces the need for printed copies of legal notices.
- Maintains the legal validity of notices delivered digitally.
- Requires the town to ensure accessibility of digital notices for all residents.
Who is affected
- Residents of Wayland, Massachusetts
- The town government of Wayland
- Municipalities in Massachusetts (as a model)
- Regional Government
Notable changes
- Shifts legal notice delivery from print to digital.
- Potentially reduces costs for the town of Wayland.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
David Paul Linsky
Cosponsors
David Paul Linsky
James B. Eldridge
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