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RI H7409
RI H7409Prohibits a seller from imposing a surcharge fee on a customer who uses a credit card for a transaction occurring in the state.
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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would prohibit a seller from imposing a surcharge fee on a customer who uses a credit card for a transaction occurring in the state. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 6-13.1 of the General Laws, which deals with "Deceptive Trade Practices," by adding a new section that prohibits any retail establishment from charging a customer an extra fee, known as a surcharge, for using a credit card to pay for goods or services within the state, making such an action a deceptive trade practice. This new law will become effective immediately upon its approval.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (10)
David Bennett (D)*,
Doc Corvese (D),
Jay Edwards (D),
Raymond Hull (D),
Katie Kazarian (D),
Joseph McNamara (D),
Tom Noret (D),
Earl Read (D),
Evan Shanley (D),
Scott Slater (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7409.pdf |
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