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NJ A2153
NJ A2153Prohibits person experiencing coin shortage from charging consumers higher price for cash payment.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits a person experiencing a coin shortage and selling or offering for sale goods or services at retail from charging a higher price to a buyer who elects to use cash as payment in order to purchase the goods or services. A violation of the bill is to be an unlawful practice under the consumer fraud act. Under that act, an unlawful practice is punishable by a monetary penalty of not more than $10,000 for a first offense and not more than $20,000 for any subsequent offense. Additionally, violations can result in cease and desist orders issued by the Attorney General, the assessment of punitive damages, and the awarding of treble damages and costs to the injured party.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits businesses selling goods or services in person at retail from charging customers a higher price if they choose to pay with cash, even if the business is experiencing a coin shortage. A violation of this rule is considered an unlawful practice under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, which can result in penalties of up to $10,000 for a first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses, along with other potential legal actions like cease and desist orders, punitive damages, and treble damages for the injured party. The bill specifies that "at retail" refers to in-person transactions and excludes those conducted over the phone, by mail, or online, and it will become effective seven months after being enacted.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2153 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2153_I1.HTM |
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