Bill > HB4044

This bill amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act by adding a new section that establishes consumer return rights for retail establishments in Illinois. Specifically, the bill defines a "retail establishment" as a business open to the public that sells consumer products, and it makes it an unlawful practice for such establishments to refuse returns or provide only store credit when a consumer attempts to return an unopened and unused product purchased from that same establishment. The bill aims to protect consumers by ensuring they have a clear avenue for product returns, preventing businesses from being uncooperative or restrictive with their return policies. By creating this legal requirement, the legislation seeks to promote fair business practices and provide consumers with more flexibility and protection when making retail purchases.

Business and Industry

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=4044&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104