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Introduced
01/26/2024
01/26/2024
In Committee
01/29/2024
01/29/2024
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; of Gerard J. Cassidy relative to credit card surcharges; and of Colleen M. Garry relative to credit card surcharges, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2565).
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 28A in Chapter 140D 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 sign conspicuously posted on the seller's premises, as well as on every receipt, which shall identify the amount of the surcharge and its relationship to the seller's cost of accepting credit cards. The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency around credit card fees charged to customers.
Sponsors (4)
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure (Joint)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2565 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2565.pdf |
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