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MN HF2823

Deceptive trade practices and consumer fraud governing provisions modified.


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Introduced
03/09/2023
In Committee
03/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to consumer protection; modifying provisions governing deceptive trade practices and consumer fraud; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 325D.44, subdivisions 1, 2; 325F.69, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the provisions governing deceptive trade practices and consumer fraud in Minnesota. It amends the existing law to expand the definition of deceptive trade practices to include "unfair methods of competition" and "unfair or unconscionable acts or practices." It also establishes a standard of proof for determining what constitutes an unfair or unconscionable act or practice, which is based on whether the act or practice offends public policy, is unethical or oppressive, or is substantially injurious to consumers, competitors, or other businesses. The bill aims to strengthen consumer protection laws in Minnesota by broadening the scope of prohibited deceptive and unfair practices.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Hearing (13:00:00 3/22/2023 ) (on 03/22/2023)

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