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Introduced
08/10/2023
08/10/2023
In Committee
10/19/2023
10/19/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to stores offering digital coupons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill aims to regulate the use of digital coupons by stores in Massachusetts. It requires stores that offer digital coupons to also make available a paper version of the coupon of identical value. Additionally, stores must apply digital coupons to purchases made by consumers aged 65 and older upon presentation of a government-issued ID. Consumers can also request the application of available digital coupons when presenting a store card. Stores that violate these provisions can face civil penalties of up to $2,500 for a first offense and up to $5,000 for subsequent offenses. The Attorney General's office will be responsible for establishing the rules and regulations necessary to implement this law.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4680 (on 05/30/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4154 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4154.pdf |
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