Bill
H 4313
Overview: H 4313, An Act allowing "print-free" digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield, has been read a second time and ordered to a third reading. It was introduced
Overview: H 4313, An Act allowing "print-free" digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield, has been read a second time and ordered to a third reading. It was introduced on July 23, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The goal of this legislation is to authorize the town of North Brookfield to satisfy certain legal notice requirements through the use of digital publication, rather than requiring traditional print publication in a local newspaper.
Key Provisions:
- Permits the town of North Brookfield to publish required legal notices, such as meeting agendas, public hearings, and other official announcements, solely through digital means
- Specifies that digital publication must occur on the town's official website and be accessible to the public at no cost
- Exempts the town from any state laws mandating print publication of such legal notices
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact the town of North Brookfield and its residents by allowing the local government to reduce costs and administrative burdens associated with print publication of legal notices. It could improve public access and transparency by making these notices more readily available online.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been read a second time and ordered to a third reading, indicating it is progressing through the legislative process. If enacted, the town of North Brookfield would be able to immediately begin utilizing digital-only legal notices.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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