Bill > SB451

This bill amends Pennsylvania law to require that certain taxpayer-funded advertisements and legal notices published in newspapers include the specific dollar amount paid for the advertisement in the lower right-hand corner. The bill applies to publications related to various types of local government entities, including first and second class townships, public schools, counties, boroughs, cities, and entities subject to open meetings laws. The types of publications covered include legal advertisements, official advertisements, and legal notices mandated by specific Pennsylvania codes. Importantly, the bill prohibits newspapers from charging an additional fee for including the dollar amount in the publication. The new requirement will apply to any advertisements published 60 days after the bill's effective date, with the goal of increasing transparency about how public funds are used for government communications and advertising.

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