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Introduced
07/01/2020
07/01/2020
In Committee
07/01/2020
07/01/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to prohibit retail businesses from refusing cash payments, and for other purposes. This bill makes it unlawful for a person selling goods or services at retail to (1) refuse to accept U.S. cash for the goods or services, (2) post signs or notices stating that cash payment is unaccepted, or (3) charge a higher price to a customer who pays by cash.
AI Summary
This bill, the Payment Choice Act of 2020, amends U.S. law to prohibit retail businesses from refusing to accept cash payments. Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful for a retail business to (1) refuse to accept U.S. cash as payment, (2) post signs stating that cash is not accepted, or (3) charge a higher price to customers who pay in cash. The bill provides for civil enforcement, including the ability to seek injunctive relief and impose civil penalties for violations. It also includes provisions related to attorney's fees and requirements for coordination with state and local laws on the issue.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 07/01/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/4145/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4145/BILLS-116s4145is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4145/BILLS-116s4145is.pdf.pdf |
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