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Introduced
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
In Committee
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), entitled "An act prohibiting unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce, giving the Attorney General and District Attorneys certain powers and duties and providing penalties," providing for prohibition of certain fee charges.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to prohibit businesses from charging consumers additional fees or different rates when they choose to pay by mail or receive a paper billing statement. Specifically, the bill prevents companies from imposing extra charges on consumers simply for using traditional paper-based payment and billing methods. However, the legislation does allow businesses to offer incentives or credits to encourage consumers to select specific payment or billing options. The new provision is subject to federal laws and regulations, which means it cannot conflict with existing federal consumer protection guidelines. The bill will go into effect 60 days after its passage, giving businesses time to adjust their billing practices to comply with the new requirements. The purpose of this legislation appears to be protecting consumers from being penalized for preferring paper billing or mail-based payment methods, which could disproportionately impact older or less technologically connected individuals.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (5)
Nickolas Pisciottano (D)*,
Camera Bartolotta (R),
Carolyn Comitta (D),
Jay Costa (D),
Tim Kearney (D),
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure (on 04/09/2025)
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