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RI S2430
RI S2430Requires anyone engaged in the sale of goods or services, and who offers a discount to its customers’ for utilizing automatic payment systems, via ACH or EFT or similar payment systems, provide the same discount to any person who is sixty-five (65).
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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would require any person or business engaged in the sale of goods or services, and who offers a discount to its customers for utilizing automatic payment systems, via ACH or EFT or similar payment systems, provide the same discount to any person who is sixty-five (65) years of age or older who makes a payment using paper checks. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill requires any business selling goods or services that offers a discount for customers using automatic payment methods, such as ACH (Automated Clearing House) or EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer), to provide that same discount to any customer who is sixty-five years of age or older and chooses to pay with paper checks. This aims to ensure that senior citizens are not disadvantaged if they prefer or need to use traditional payment methods.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (10)
Peter Appollonio (D)*,
Jacob Bissaillon (D),
John Burke (D),
Andrew Dimitri (D),
Stefano Famiglietti (D),
Matt LaMountain (D),
Mark McKenney (D),
Todd Patalano (D),
David Tikoian (D),
Lori Urso (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce (on 02/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2430.pdf |
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