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MN SF1327

MN SF1327
App stores use of a specific app store or in-app payment system requirement prohibition


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Introduced
02/22/2021
In Committee
02/22/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to commerce; prohibiting app stores from requiring developers to use a specific app store or in-app payment system; providing penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2020, section 8.31, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325D.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits app stores with over $10 million in annual sales to Minnesota residents from requiring developers to exclusively use the app store's distribution platform or in-app payment system. It also prohibits app stores from retaliating against developers who choose to use alternative app stores or payment systems. The bill empowers the Attorney General to enforce these provisions under existing consumer protection laws. The bill excludes "special-purpose app stores" that serve single or specialized categories of applications, such as gaming consoles or music players.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Author added Westrom (on 02/10/2022)

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