Mass. lawmakers eye revival of panel to help struggling journalism industry

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Lawmakers heard about upheaval in the journalism industry from reporters, editors and publishers Wednesday. Some legislators signaled plans to convene a reshaped state commission this fall that would produce a suite of recommendations by the end of the year.

Lawmakers signaled openness Wednesday to a range of state action that could support the ailing journalism industry, especially to boost local outlets covering underserved communities.

Rep. Paul McMurtry and Sen. Pavel Payano, who chair the Community Development and Small Businesses Committee, hosted a hearing Wednesday to solicit feedback from reporters, editors, publishers and other industry representatives. The chairmen signaled plans to convene a reshaped journalism commission this fall that would produce a suite of recommendations by the end of the year.

 

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