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Public‑notice bill draws concerns about accessibility and centralization
Summary
SB 29‑29 would let agencies post public notices on official websites; testifiers warned that online posting without a centralized, accessible standard could reduce participation and harm kupuna and people with disabilities.
SB 29‑29, which would allow government agencies to satisfy public‑notice requirements by posting notices on official state or county websites while retaining publication as an option, drew support from some county representatives and criticism from members of the public who said the change could reduce access for older residents and people with disabilities.
Lane Silva, representing the County of Maui Department of Liquor Control, said the county strongly supported the measure and would remain available for questions. Peter Fritsch, an individual testifier, said the lack of a centralized repository would make it harder for residents to find notices, and cited research indicating online‑only posting can reduce civil participation in certain cases. He also raised concerns about readability and accessibility for kupuna and people with disabilities.
Committee members noted written comments from OIP and SPO and said they would review the accessibility concerns raised in testimony.
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