The bill amends New Jersey laws to modernize the publication of legal notices by allowing public bodies to fulfill their notice requirements through newspapers distributed online and online news publications. It introduces new definitions such as "designated publication address," "original content," and "paid online content," and specifies that notices must be sent to at least two newspapers, which can include those published online. If no qualified newspaper is available, public bodies are permitted to publish required notices on their official websites.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific qualifications for newspapers and online news publications to be eligible for publishing legal advertisements, including maintaining a predominantly English-language presence and providing a hyperlink to the New Jersey Press Association's public notices website. It also establishes a new pricing structure for official advertising based on the number of bona fide net paid subscribers, with rates varying according to subscriber thresholds. The amendments ensure that both print and online platforms can be utilized for legal notices, providing public bodies with flexible compliance options. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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Introduced: 10:4-8