The bill amends Section 45-15-5 of the General Laws in Chapter 45-15, titled "Actions by and Against Towns," to establish a new requirement for individuals with claims against a town or city. It specifies that a person with a claim must present a detailed account of their claim to the town or city council. If the town or city treasurer does not provide satisfactory resolution within 40 days, the individual may then take legal action against the treasurer to recover the claim.

Additionally, the bill mandates that each town and city must disclose on their official website certain information about legal actions in which they are named defendants. This includes the number of legal actions, a summary of the substantive issues, the name of the attorney representing the municipality, and all related costs and expenses, such as court costs, legal fees, and compensatory damages. The act is set to take effect upon passage, thereby increasing transparency regarding legal actions involving towns and cities.