Bill > A03923

This bill modifies existing municipal website requirements by creating a population-based threshold for website compliance. Specifically, municipalities with 1,500 or more residents (as determined by the most recent federal census) will be required to maintain an official ".gov" website that includes key information such as hours of operation, elected officials, services provided, and a privacy policy. Smaller municipalities (those with fewer than 1,500 residents) will be required to comply "to the extent practicable," which provides flexibility for towns with limited resources. The bill allows smaller municipalities to host their website on another municipality's URL to satisfy the requirement. Additionally, larger municipalities must post financial documents, budget information, audit reports, and meeting agendas and minutes online. The implementation of these requirements will be delayed by one year, giving municipalities time to prepare and develop their websites. This legislation aims to improve government transparency and accessibility of information while recognizing the potential challenges for very small municipalities with limited technological and financial resources.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3923