This bill amends existing legislation to allow newspapers utilized for public notices and legal advertisements to continue being eligible for these purposes until June 30, 2025, regardless of whether the publication is in print or electronic format. The bill specifies that the cost for publishing such notices shall not exceed the rates established under current law, and it eliminates any fees or registration requirements for viewing public notices published electronically.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement for newspapers and online news publications that provide public notice services to public bodies. Within 30 days of the bill's effective date, these entities must submit detailed information to the Governor and the Legislative Services Commission, including data on paid and unpaid subscriptions, daily newspaper sales, billing amounts for public notices from 2020-2024, average subscription prices, and daily page views for their websites. This information aims to enhance transparency and understanding of the public notice and legal advertisement landscape.