The bill amends New Jersey's laws regarding the publication of legal notices by public and non-public entities, transitioning from traditional print newspapers to online platforms. Effective March 1, 2026, public entities will be mandated to publish legal notices on their official websites, which must be accessible to the public at no cost. The Secretary of State will create a centralized webpage linking to these notices, and public entities are required to maintain an archive of notices for at least one year. Local government units will also have the option to publish legal notices in eligible online news publications that meet specific criteria, such as accessibility and a minimum number of unique monthly visits.

For non-public entities, including corporations and individuals, the bill stipulates that they must publish legal notices in eligible online news publications after the same date. These publications must adhere to standards like maintaining a recognizable domain name and providing an archive of past notices. The bill ensures that legal notices published online will not be considered defective due to clerical errors or technical issues. Additionally, it extends the eligibility period for newspapers used for legal notices and clarifies that "electronic format" includes various digital technologies, such as newspaper-operated websites. The act is set to take effect immediately upon approval, which occurred on June 30, 2025.