Bill allowing public bodies to continue using newspapers for public notices signed into law
NEW JERSEY – Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25), Deputy Majority Leader Paul Sarlo (D-36), and Senate President Nick Scutari’s (D-22) bill to allow public bodies to use the online version of their official designated newspaper to publish public notices and legal advertisements until March 31, 2025, was signed into law by Governor Murphy.
“This stop-gap measure will give us time to establish a plan that both recognizes and utilizes technological advancements while maintaining the familiarity and transparency that constituents are accustomed to,” said Sen. Bucco. “Now that it is signed into law, we can slow down the process, bring all stakeholders to the table, and ensure we find a solution that works for everyone.”
Due to the impending closure of several major print newspapers in New Jersey, there has been confusion among local governments as to how to proceed while also staying in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.
