Bill > H2833

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the possibility of allowing private sector advertising on state websites, with the goal of determining if this is a practical way to generate revenue for the Commonwealth. The commission will be composed of members from both the Senate and the House of Representatives, including the House chairman of the science and technology committee, as well as three individuals appointed by the governor. Their study will examine important aspects such as ensuring fair market compensation for the use of state property, the process for screening advertisements to maintain appropriateness, and the authority of state agencies to sell advertising space. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations in a report within 270 days of its initial meeting.