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HB 5307

NOTICE BY PUB-ONLINE MEDIA

104th Regular Session Introduced by Justin Slaughter

HB 5307 permits legal notices to be published online instead of exclusively in print newspapers, potentially reducing publication costs while shifting revenue away from local print media.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 5307

Legislative bill overview

HB 5307 appears to modify notice and publication requirements by allowing certain legal notices to be published through online media rather than exclusively through traditional print publications. The bill would expand where public entities and private parties can fulfill statutory notice obligations, potentially reducing costs associated with legal notice publication.

Why is this important

Legal notices—such as those for public hearings, property sales, business filings, and government proceedings—are currently required to be published in newspapers, creating ongoing revenue for local media but potentially limiting accessibility for digitally-focused residents. This change reflects broader shifts toward online communication while raising questions about adequate public notice reach and the viability of local journalism that depends on legal notice revenue.

Potential points of contention

  • Local news industry impact: Newspapers rely heavily on legal notice advertising revenue; online-only options could accelerate print publication closures and reduce investigative journalism capacity in communities
  • Notice adequacy concerns: Whether online publication adequately reaches all affected citizens, particularly elderly or non-digital populations who may not see digital notices
  • Implementation standards: The bill's specificity on which online platforms qualify, archival requirements, searchability, and accessibility standards for compliance remain unclear from available summary information

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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