Bill > H4581

This bill adds a new section to South Carolina law that prohibits hotels, inns, boardinghouses, motor courts, and motels from charging a "transactional fee" when guests pay using cash or checks. The bill specifically defines a transactional fee as a fee that covers payment infrastructure costs and is composed of multiple smaller fees, such as interchange fees and assessment fees. By creating this new legal provision, the bill aims to protect guests from being charged additional fees when using traditional payment methods like cash or checks. The proposed law would take effect immediately upon receiving approval from the Governor of South Carolina. This legislation appears designed to prevent lodging establishments from imposing extra charges on guests who choose not to pay with credit or debit cards, potentially making cash and check payments more financially attractive for travelers.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4581&session=126&summary=B