Bill > SF4419

This bill prohibits certain retail establishments, including food stores, from refusing to accept cash payments from consumers, with some exceptions. It defines key terms like "cash," "consumer commodity," and "retail establishment." The bill allows retail establishments to refuse cash payments for transactions over $20 or for remote transactions, and requires them to provide a device that allows customers to convert cash into a prepaid card with no fees or minimum deposit. The bill also prohibits charging higher prices for cash payments and imposes civil penalties for violations. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2025.