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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to transparency in credit card fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 28A in Chapter 14D of the General Laws to require sellers who impose a surcharge on customers who use a credit card instead of cash, check, or similar means to inform the purchaser of the surcharge by a conspicuously posted sign on the seller's premises. This aims to increase transparency around credit card fees charged to consumers.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2565 (on 01/26/2024)
Bill Topics
Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
- ‐ Consumer Finance and Credit, including Credit Cards
- ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S178 | 03/11/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S178.pdf | 03/11/2023 |
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