HB 1498

Bill Subjects

County Government Local Government Telecommunications, Telephone, Television, Radio, And Internet

Abstract

Allows a political subdivision to publish legal notices on a legal notice web site instead of in a newspaper. Establishes requirements regarding availability and accessibility of a legal notice web site. Requires a political subdivision to designate an official responsible for the electronic publication of legal notices, if the political subdivision publishes legal notices electronically. Provides that if a political subdivision does not have an official web site, legal notices may be published on an official web site of the county government. Establishes requirements for the duration of the posting of a legal notice and proof of posting. Provides that a towing service acting as an agent of a government agency that provides the notice required to dispose of abandoned vehicles or parts is subject to the same public notice advertising rates as a governmental agency.