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US HR7756

US HR7756
INFORM Consumers Act Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces for Consumers Act


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Introduced
07/23/2020
In Committee
07/23/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require online marketplaces to verify and disclose certain information regarding high-volume third-party sellers of consumer products to inform consumers. 1

AI Summary

This bill, titled the Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces for Consumers Act (INFORM Consumers Act), requires online marketplaces to verify and disclose certain information about high-volume third-party sellers of consumer products to inform consumers. Key provisions include: 1) online marketplaces must collect and verify information like bank account details, contact information, and tax IDs from high-volume third-party sellers within 24 hours; 2) marketplaces must disclose the seller's full name, physical address, and contact information on product listings; 3) marketplaces must provide a mechanism for consumers to report suspicious activity; and 4) the Federal Trade Commission will enforce the law as a violation of unfair or deceptive practices. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for high-volume third-party sellers on online marketplaces.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (on 07/23/2020)

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