Bill > A5027

This bill requires municipal clerks to post all municipal documents, forms, renewal documents, license applications, and license certificates on the municipality's official website, unless prohibited by federal or state law. The legislation amends an existing law that outlines the responsibilities of municipal clerks by adding a new requirement for online document accessibility. To help municipalities implement this new mandate, the bill provides for state reimbursement through the Department of the Treasury for any costs incurred in complying with the new requirement. Specifically, municipalities can annually certify their implementation costs and apply to the Treasury for full reimbursement. The Department of the Treasury is tasked with establishing procedures for submitting applications and disbursing funds, and will do so through administrative regulations. This bill aims to increase government transparency and make municipal documents more easily accessible to residents by ensuring they can be viewed online.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5027