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This bill amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to require third-party hotel booking services (online platforms, websites, apps, or call centers that help book accommodations but are not directly affiliated with the hotel) to provide clear and conspicuous disclosures to consumers before completing a reservation. These disclosures must explicitly state that the booking service is an unaffiliated third party and that the consumer is not making a reservation directly with the physical accommodation. The disclosure must be prominently displayed on the webpage or interface before the consumer sees any accommodation details or is asked to enter personal information, and it cannot require any additional action like clicking a link to view. The bill defines "clear and conspicuous" as information that is easily understandable, standing out from other information, and presented in a readable or audible manner with appropriate size, color, volume, and speed. The law will take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to increase transparency in online hotel booking transactions by ensuring consumers understand the nature of their booking intermediary.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2013&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104