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Introduced
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025
06/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To provide that no owner of a news organization that primarily serves any community in this state shall sell such organization to any entity that is not incorporated in this state unless such owner provides at least one-hundred-twenty-days' advance notice of such sale to such organization's employees and members of such community.
AI Summary
This bill requires owners of local news organizations primarily serving communities within the state to provide at least 120 days of advance notice before selling the organization to an out-of-state entity. The proposed legislation aims to protect local journalism by ensuring that employees and community members are informed well in advance of potential ownership changes that could impact the news organization's operations, independence, or local focus. By mandating this extended notification period, the bill seeks to give stakeholders time to understand the implications of the sale, potentially negotiate alternatives, or prepare for potential changes in the news organization's structure or management. The bill specifically targets news organizations that have a primary service area within the state and would apply when the potential buyer is not incorporated in the same state, adding an additional layer of protection for local media entities.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Labor and Public Employees Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/20/2025 ) (on 02/20/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB06418&which_year=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/H/PDF/2025HB-06418-R00-HB.PDF |
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