Bill > SB2323

This bill requires retail food establishments, which are defined as businesses that sell food for consumption off the premises, to publicly post notice of any "cost-plus pricing formula" they use for grocery items. A cost-plus pricing formula is explained as a method where a seller adds a surcharge on top of the item's original cost. This notice must be clearly displayed, either on a sign within fifteen feet of each entrance on the sidewalk or on a sign inside each entrance. Violating this requirement is considered a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to one year in jail, or both, and is also classified as an unlawful trade practice, meaning it can lead to additional penalties under existing consumer protection laws. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

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