Bill > H4238

This bill aims to improve and modernize the information technology systems and capacities of the Massachusetts judiciary, including the supreme judicial court, appeals court, and trial court. Key provisions include: - Establishing digital courthouses and courtrooms, with an access to justice portal, remote video interpreting system, content management system, and wireless internet access. - Upgrading the judiciary's security systems, including digital security systems and replacement of physical security hardware. - Modernizing the judiciary's administrative operations, such as implementing a VoIP phone system, energy management system, data storage system, and virtual private network. - Authorizing the issuance of up to $94 million in bonds to fund the improvements to the digital infrastructure, and up to $35 million in bonds to fund security upgrades. - Amending various state laws to allow for electronic signatures, electronic filing, and other digital court processes. The bill is intended to bring the Massachusetts judiciary's technology up to date and enable more efficient, secure, and accessible court operations.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4238