Bill > HF399

This bill prohibits price discrimination in commercial transactions in Minnesota. It prohibits businesses from directly or indirectly discriminating in price between different purchasers of similar products when the purchases are made in commerce, the products are sold for use or resale within Minnesota, and the price discrimination lessens competition or creates a monopoly. The bill provides some exceptions, such as allowing for differences in the cost of manufacture, sale, or delivery, or allowing for price changes due to changing market conditions. The bill also shifts the burden of proof, requiring businesses charged with price discrimination to affirmatively demonstrate justification. Finally, the bill repeals an existing law on discrimination in the sale of printed or mimeographed matter, commodities, and other goods.