A bill working its way through the state legislature would give local governments the option to post legal notices online rather than in print newspapers. Proponents say it will save taxpayers money, create a repository for each government’s notices and bring local governments in line with 21st century technology and news consumption habits. Todd Edwards, associate legislative director for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia, a lobbying group for county governments and lead backer of the bill, said electronic publishing of legal notices is about providing local governments with more options, while ensuring transparency and limiting the cost to taxpayers.